SOLIDWORKS AI: CAD tools for workflow optimization
Artificial intelligence and machine learning are changing how engineers design. AI-powered tools act as a force multiplier — working alongside you to automate repetitive tasks, surface the right information faster, and keep your engineering work moving forward. Here are some of the AI-powered features that streamline the SOLIDWORKS design workflow.
Auto-Fastener Recognition
When you insert components into an assembly, AI recognises parts that behave like fasteners — nuts, bolts and washers — and drops them into place with the correct mates. It works beyond the SOLIDWORKS Toolbox, recognising custom or third-party fasteners from other catalogues and even generic 3D files such as STEP, saving time and improving assembly accuracy.
Command Predictor
As you design, AI analyses the tools you are using and predicts the command you are most likely to need next. That keeps your pace up and reduces time spent hunting through menus for the right tool at each step.
Smart automation of routine steps
AI handles repetitive, rules-based modelling steps so engineers can concentrate on higher-value work — with the designer reviewing and approving the results, always in control of design intent.
Faster, higher-quality iterations
By removing manual, time-consuming updates from the loop, AI helps teams refine each iteration more quickly and reach production-ready designs sooner.
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