How to use Ansys Engineering Copilot in Mechanical : Optimizing Engineering Workflows with AI

Discover how Ansys Engineering Copilot is transforming the way mechanical engineers work. In this demo, we are showcasing how AI-powered assistance can streamline mechanical design, automate repetitive tasks, and enhance productivity across engineering teams at no extra cost for existing users.

What you'll see in this video:
• Real-time AI support for Ansys Mechanical design
• Integration with engineering tools and workflows
• Time-saving automation features
• Practical use cases and examples

Whether you're an engineer, product manager, or tech enthusiast, this demo offers a glimpse into the future of AI in mechanical engineering.

00:00 – Introduction & demo overview
00:09 – Electric box enclosure setup
00:31 – Goal: nonlinear contact in modal analysis
00:46 – Exploring bolt pretension with Ansys Copilot
01:08 – Asking Ansys GPT for modeling options
01:30 – Using beam connections for bolts
02:15 – Searching resources & courses
02:40 – Creating beam connections in Mechanical
03:03 – Automating with Object Generator
03:55 – Defining bolt pretension
04:58 – Setting up nonlinear (frictional) contact
05:36 – Solving the simulation & reviewing results
06:04 – Retrieving support cases with Copilot
06:47 – Contact evaluation near bolts
07:01 – Modal analysis setup & knowledge search
07:34 – Reviewing mode shape results
07:52 – Demo conclusion