We were honored to have Benjamin Gajus from Lockheed Martin present at the SIMULIA Americas Users Conference, May 3-4, 2023 in Novi, Michigan.
Abstract: Generative design is a paradigm shift in how Lockheed Martin executes its engineering workflow and results in two primary benefits. The first of which is the streamlining of the design process by reducing handoffs between users and software resulting in a reduction in overall cycle times. The second principal benefit is the optimization of design solutions based on objectives. This is accomplished by utilizing physics-based modeling early in the design process and simplifying user access to the power behind advanced solvers. When combined, products may see reduced costs, faster time to qualification, reduced weight and complexity, as well as increased cross-functional engagement without compromising validation and verification. The Project Gamma team, as part of the Lockheed Martin Advanced Development Programs (ADP) Star Drive initiative, has been investigating the generative design utilities within Dassault’s 3DX platform and developing an engineering workflow to assist in understanding and adopting these tools. Through this work, the SIMULIA solvers within the generative design tool were verified and innovative and non-intuitive design solutions were produced that otherwise may not have been explored. Compared to traditional design and analysis workflows these iterations were produced in a significantly reduced time.
Bio: Ben Gajus is an Aerospace Engineer at Lockheed Martin in Marietta, GA with 9 years of experience. He graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and obtained his Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering with a focus in robotics at Johns Hopkins University. During his career he has held a variety of roles developing a diverse portfolio of experience including Program Management, Mechanical Engineering, and Aeronautical Engineering. He was chosen for the Lockheed Martin Engineering Leadership Development Program (ELDP) in 2018 and graduated in 2021. Before being admitted into ELDP, he held a role as a structural designer and subsystem designer for Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Advanced Development Programs (ADP). During ELDP he completed a rotation in Program Management at Corporate Lockheed Martin, a rotation in ADP Structural Analysis, and a rotation as a Technical Assistant for the Corporate VP of Research and Technology. After completion of the program Ben was hired as a research engineer and technical program manager for Corporate Engineering at Lockheed Martin. Ben’s current responsibilities include Air Vehicle Finite Element Modeling, conduct internal research and development, and continues to program manage.a PhD degree in mechanical engineering and was worked as a postdoc researcher in Northeastern University after graduation.
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