What is better? SpaceClaim or Design Modeler in Ansys ?

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 SpaceClaim is a 3D CAD modeling software that runs on Microsoft Windows and is developed by SpaceClaim Corporation, which was acquired by Ansys in 2014². SpaceClaim allows you to quickly create, edit, or modify imported geometry without the complexity associated with traditional CAD systems. You can use SpaceClaim for various purposes, such as design and concept modeling, reverse engineering, 3D printing, model preparation for simulation and manufacturing, and more⁴.


SpaceClaim uses direct modeling techniques that let you manipulate the geometry with simple gestures, such as pull, move, fill, and combine. You can also add constraints and parameters to your sketches and save them with a block recording function. SpaceClaim can import and export various file formats, such as STEP, IGES, STL, etc⁵. SpaceClaim is integrated with Ansys Simulation packages as a built-in 3D modeler².

Source: 

(1) Ansys SpaceClaim: Tips and Tricks | Ansys Virtual Academy. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZI02A1cS8ME.

(2) Ansys SpaceClaim | 3D CAD Modeling Software. https://www.ansys.com/products/3d-design/ansys-spaceclaim.

(3) SpaceClaim - Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SpaceClaim.

(4) What's New in Ansys SpaceClaim 2020 R2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=faAKd_aOq6w.

(5) ANSYS Discovery SpaceClaim - ANSYS 19 Overview. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dz-k2f1Taq4.

(6) ANSYS SpaceClaim: Everything to Know | Explore the Future of .... https://sunglass.io/ansys-spaceclaim/.

(7) Ansys SpaceClaim Reviews 2023: Details, Pricing, & Features - G2. https://www.g2.com/products/ansys-spaceclaim/reviews.

(8) https://ketiv.com/academy/ansys-virtual-academy/.


What is better: Ansys SpaceClaim or Ansys Design Modeler?

There is no definitive answer to which tool is better, as it may depend on your preferences, needs, and use cases. However, I can provide you with some information and comparisons based on the web search results that I have found.

- ANSYS DesignModeler (DM) and ANSYS Discovery SpaceClaim (SC) are both 3D modeling tools that can be used for creating and modifying geometry for simulation purposes¹.

- DM and SC use different geometry modeling kernels: DM uses Parasolid, while SC uses ACIS². This means that moving data between DM and other tools that use Parasolid (such as SOLIDWORKS) is easier than moving data between SC and those tools, as there is no need for translation². However, SC can also import and export various file formats, such as STEP, IGES, STL, etc³.

- DM has a history tree that records the sequence of operations performed on the geometry, while SC does not have a history tree by default (although it can be enabled with an optional feature)². This means that DM allows you to easily modify the parameters and constraints of the geometry at any stage, while SC requires you to use the block recording function to save and replay the operations⁴.

- SC has a more intuitive and user-friendly interface than DM, as it uses direct modeling techniques that allow you to manipulate the geometry with simple gestures such as drag, pull, move, etc³. SC also has more advanced features such as repair, simplify, optimize, etc., that can help you prepare the geometry for simulation faster and easier³.

- Both DM and SC have their own advantages and disadvantages, and you may need to use both of them depending on the situation. For example, you may want to use DM for parametric design and optimization, and use SC for complex geometry creation and modification².

Source:

(1) Design Modeler Vs SpaceClaim - Ansys Learning Forum. https://forum.ansys.com/forums/topic/design-modelller-vs-spaceclaim/.

(2) When DesignModeler is a better choice than SpaceClaim. https://forum.ansys.com/forums/topic/when-designmodeler-is-a-better-choice-than-spaceclaim/.

(3) Compare ANSYS DesignModeler vs ANSYS Discovery SpaceClaim. https://comparisons.financesonline.com/ansys-designmodeler-vs-ansys-discovery-spaceclaim.

(4) Compare Ansys Discovery vs Ansys SpaceClaim 2023 | Capterra. https://www.capterra.com/simulation-software/compare/245795-124168/Ansys-Discovery-vs-Ansys-SpaceClaim.

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