I'm new to Fusion 360, which I need for machine design.
I tried to look this up in the forums, and found that nobody had given a satisfactory answer to the question posted on this topic back in 2017. So I posted an elaborated version of the deformation question, but since nobody gave a satisfactory answer, it appears as if this feature doesn't exist.
There does not appear to be a way to model items which need to deform when assembled. Let me give you some examples:
- Compression springs (there's an incredibly hack-ish way of simulating their behavior, but an elegant built-in solution is needed.)
- Torsion springs (the compression spring simulation hack doesn't work for torsion springs)
- Gaskets
- Rubber Diaphragms
- Rubber bands
- Bungee cords
- Rubber mounts and elastomer mounts for vibration isolation
- Bow arms
- Leaf springs
- Clock springs
- Air bladders
- Bellows
- Compliant mechanisms
Basically, I'm talking about all of the items and components which have one shape as manufactured, but a deformed version of that shape in assembly in order to perform its function. Right now there does not appear to be this capability in Fusion 360.
This is a really big deal. This is a huge part of machine design. I'm really surprised that this doesn't already exist in Fusion 360 in 2019.
