Additive manufacturing is no longer an afterthought. NX 2212 introduces a dedicated "Predesign" workspace. Engineers can define lattice structures, thermal simulations for print bed warpage, and support generation before committing to the build file. The module now supports Multi-Laser Powder Bed Fusion (PBF) machine definitions, optimizing print paths for dual and quad-laser systems.
Previously, multi-axis roughing required complex surface patches. NX 2212 introduces a dedicated operation that uses a "stock-aware" tilting strategy. The tool tilts away from the part to use a shorter, stiffer tool while automatically avoiding holders. This is revolutionary for machining turbine blades and impellers. Siemens Nx 2212