Users can define and save irregular remnants (scrap sheets) back into the material library, ensuring that leftover stock from previous jobs is prioritized for future nests.
Enter . This isn't just an incremental update to nesting software; it is a fundamental shift in how true shape nesting integrates with parametric design. This article explores the new features, workflow enhancements, and cost-saving potential of the latest iteration of Autodesk’s nesting solution.
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What do you primarily cut? (e.g., sheet metal, wood, composites)
Getting started is straightforward for existing Inventor users: Autodesk Inventor Nesting 2025
: It can automatically group parts by material type and thickness, creating separate "nesting studies" for different stock requirements.
The software replaces traditional manual sheet layouts with a direct, automated pipeline from assembly modeling to production output:
Autodesk Inventor Nesting 2025 is a fully integrated shape-optimization tool designed for sheet metal fabrication. Operating directly inside the Inventor interface, it helps engineers and manufacturer optimize material yield, reduce scrap, and seamlessly transition from 3D designs to CNC cutting paths.
You can define your raw materials using "Packaging." This allows you to set up standard sheet dimensions, coil widths, costs, and grain directions. You can also input custom remnants from previous jobs to consume scrap before cutting new sheets. 4. Part Orientation and Grain Control Users can define and save irregular remnants (scrap
Restrict or allow parts to rotate (e.g., 90°, 180°, or 270°). This is crucial for grained materials like wood or brushed stainless steel.
Ensure your design assemblies use uniform material parameters; the nesting engine automatically segregates parts onto different sheets based on thickness matching.
The nesting process follows a linear logic: .
True-shape optimization routinely reduces raw material consumption by 15% to 30% compared to manual nesting. If you share with third parties, their policies apply
The margin required around the perimeter of the raw sheet to secure it to the CNC bed.
The Process Material Library allows users to specify quantities for full‑sized packaging and sheet stock, which the nest calculation takes into consideration. Within this library, users can also define item separation tolerances, rotation allowances, and other material‑specific nesting parameters.
The 2025 edition introduces refined algorithmic performance, better UI responsiveness, and tighter integration with downstream CAM tools. 1. True-Shape Nesting Algorithm
Lock part orientation to align with the grain of wood or brushed metals.