: 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
: The punch tool dialog now displays a count of the number of punch instances selected, improving documentation for machine shops. : Reference materials like the Inventor 2016 SheetMetal
: 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. : The punch tool dialog now displays a
: 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.