AutoForm offers heavily discounted or subsidized licensing programs for universities, research institutions, and students. If you are enrolled in an engineering program, check with your department head to see if an academic license or remote laboratory access is available.
The precision of modern automotive manufacturing relies heavily on the "digital twin" concept, where every physical press stroke is first perfected in a virtual environment. The release of AutoForm Forming R11 represents a significant leap in this digital evolution, moving beyond basic geometric simulation to incorporate complex physical variables like thermal effects and tool elasticity.
AutoForm R11 is the latest iteration of the premier engineering software suite designed for the simulation, evaluation, and optimization of sheet metal forming processes. From initial product feasibility and costing to final die design and tryout validation, AutoForm covers the entire process chain.
Optimized for virtual BiW assembly, including a new thermal model for laser line welding.
If you cannot afford an AutoForm license and your university does not provide one, you can use alternative finite element analysis (FEA) software that offers free tiers or open-source access for sheet metal forming simulation.