Importing or Processing a CAD model using Autodesk Moldflow Design Link

To begin the part design process, you can import or process existing CAD model files using Autodesk Moldflow Design Link.

Before you import a model, first create a new project (or open an existing project) in which to store the model.

1. Click (Home tab > Import panel > Import).

   The Import dialog appears.

2. Navigate to the folder where your CAD model is located and select it.
3. Click Open.
4. If you selected a native CAD geometry, do one of the following:
   1. Click Direct Import using Autodesk Moldflow Design Link to import the model in its native format
   2. Click Process using Autodesk Moldflow Design Link to translate the model.
      Note: If you selected this last option, click Advanced, select the required alternate meshing parameters that Autodesk Moldflow Design Link offers and click OK.
5. Select the analysis technology to be used from the drop-down list.
6. Click OK.

Note: The model appears inside the Project View pane.