Just days after a major update to Fusion 360, Autodesk is rolling out a wide range of new features that are set to enhance the core of its cloud-based product innovation platform. At Autodesk University in Las Vegas, the company announced upcoming additions, including browser-based access, generative design, ECAD, and sheet metal tools—expanding the software’s already impressive capabilities.
The November update was one of the most significant yet
This comes on the heels of a major release on November 9th, which introduced 5-axis CAM and powerful cloud-based simulation tools. These updates reinforce Fusion 360's position as the most comprehensive cloud-based CAD/CAM/CAE solution available today.
With the latest update, users now have more tools to test and refine their designs using advanced simulations. Features like multiple load cases, structural buckling analysis, and topology optimization are now accessible in the cloud, allowing users to continue working efficiently without interruption.
"Fusion 360 offers unmatched value. You'd pay significantly more for similar tools from other vendors, not to mention the added benefit of having everything integrated into one connected platform," said Amar Hanspal, Senior Vice President of Products at Autodesk, during his keynote at Autodesk University. "Fusion 360 has already transformed what customers expect from a product innovation platform—and we're just getting started."
Exciting developments ahead
Looking forward, here's what Autodesk has planned for Fusion 360 users:
- Browser-based modeling: Soon, users will be able to work directly in the browser, offering greater flexibility and accessibility. Whether you're at your desk, on the go, or offline, you'll have full access to your projects and design data.
- ECAD integration: The upcoming ECAD features will make PCB design seamless. Users can import any PCB file and instantly integrate it into their designs via the cloud, with automatic updates and cloud libraries for common components.
- Generative design: This feature will allow users to input constraints like weight, cost, or size, and let algorithms generate optimized designs. Starting with shape optimization, future updates will include structural latticing to further streamline the design process.
- Sheet metal tools: Highly anticipated by the Fusion 360 community, this update will provide robust tools for flanging, flattening, and folding sheet metal parts with ease.
Coming to Fusion 360 (clockwise from top left): browser access, ECAD, generative design, and sheet metal functionality.
Autodesk continues to keep its user community informed through regular updates to the Fusion 360 roadmap, ensuring everyone knows what to expect next.
"Fusion 360 has drastically improved our development cycles," said Mike Eisenstein, Product Development Shop Manager at PATH. "The new features coming soon are going to help us create life-saving products for people in low-resource areas. It shows that innovation and affordability can coexist."
Fusion 360 isn’t the only big news for Autodesk this year. The company also recently launched Cloud PDM for Fusion Lifecycle, added AI-driven analytics to Fusion Connect, and introduced Fusion Configure—a tool designed to support enterprise CPQ needs for manufacturers.
With the November 9th update, Fusion 360 is now available in two flexible pricing plans. The standard CAD/CAM/CAE package costs $300 per year ($25/month), while the advanced version with simulation and 5-axis CAM is priced at $1,500 annually ($125/month). More details are available at fusion360.autodesk.com/pricing.
All Fusion 360 features remain free for students, educators, schools, startups, and hobbyists. For more information, visit here.
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