On Sheet Metal Design — Autodesk New Inventor 2016

: Reference materials like the Inventor 2016 SheetMetal Design-EVAL offer a 38-page breakdown of the module's capabilities.

: For the first time, users could create multiple independent sheet metal bodies within a single part file. This allows for a top-down design approach where complex assemblies can be laid out in one file before being separated into individual components. Autodesk NEW Inventor 2016 on sheet metal design

: Detailed procedural guides such as Inventor Sheet Metal from Start to Press from Autodesk University provide step-by-step instructions on using these features for professional fabrication. : Reference materials like the Inventor 2016 SheetMetal

: When converting a standard solid part or imported non-native geometry into a sheet metal part, Inventor 2016 can now automatically detect the material thickness, eliminating a manual setup step. : Detailed procedural guides such as Inventor Sheet

: The software calculates material stretching during the unfolding process. For the most accurate manufacturing, it is recommended to design to finished dimensions and let Inventor's K-factor or Bend Allowance calculate the flat pattern.

: These act as the "root" of the design, controlling thickness, bend allowances (K-factor), and corner treatments. In 2016, different rules can be applied to different bodies within the same multi-body part.