Which feature would you primarily use to design and analyze welded structures?

The Frame Generator is the optimal choice for designing and analyzing welded structures due to its specialized capabilities tailored for frame-based designs. It allows users to create a framework by selecting standard structural shapes and automatically generating connections between them, which is essential for constructing welded assemblies. This feature simplifies the process of defining members, connections, and loads, providing a streamlined workflow for structural engineers.

In addition to design, the Frame Generator aids in analyzing the structural integrity of welded frames through its integration with simulation tools. Users can evaluate stresses, deflections, and overall stability, which are critical factors in welded structures where the performance under specific loads is essential.

While the other features mentioned—Part Studio, Sheet Metal Environment, and Assembly Environment—offer valuable capabilities for geometric modeling, sheet metal fabrication, and large assembly management, they do not specifically cater to the unique needs of designing welded frameworks as effectively as the Frame Generator does.