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Simulation, Optimization, and Systems

We work to revolutionize the use of computer simulation, mathematical optimization, and systems modeling in the design and make process.

At Autodesk Research, the goal of our simulation, optimization, and systems (SOS) research is to radically increase and diversify the use of computer simulation, mathematical optimization, and systems modeling in the design, make, and use of things. With a toolbox that includes physics solvers, sensor networks, and state-of-the-art algorithms, we build the foundations of new technology that will help designers improve both the systems on which people depend, and the built environments in which people live and work.

The Simulation, Optimization, and Systems team collaborates with leading academic and industry partners to publish in top-tier publications such as JCISE and JMD, and conferences such as SIGGRAPH.

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Stories – Simulation, Optimization, and Systems

Project

2024

Physics-Informed AI

Seminar Series: This emerging field is revolutionizing simulations,…

Article

2024

Handcrafting Non-uniform Grid Refinement for Modern GPUs

Learn about a new methodology that carefully orchestrates the parallel…

Article

2023

Designing for the Next Pandemic

A new paper from Autodesk Research explores how generative design can…

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