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Engineering
Intelligence.

38 AI modules purpose-built for SOLIDWORKS mechanical engineering. Design generation, FEA setup and analysis, manufacturing intelligence, documentation automation, compliance screening, and reverse engineering. 30 years of engineering instinct — encoded and accelerated.

38AI modules
6Engineering categories
30yrsEngineering experience behind it
10CAD platforms supported
Also found in: RigidEngineering™ RigidAI™ Full Ecosystem RigidForge™ Generative Design SOLIDWORKS Consulting Scan-to-Drawing
HOW TO ACCESS

Three ways to access the platform.

Whether you want deliverables handled for you, your firm to run the toolchain yourselves, or individual access to the module library — there's a lane built for it.

Lane 1 — Managed
Done For You
Your team sends work. Our team runs the modules and returns AI-accelerated deliverables.
Retainer subscriptions from $499/mo
One-time sprint projects, no retainer required
All 38 modules available by tier
Every deliverable stored in RigidVault
10 CAD platforms supported
$499 – Custom / mo Phase 1 — Live Now
Lane 2 — Partner
Done With You
Contract houses and CAD firms license the full toolchain and run it under their own roof.
Full module library license per firm
Onboarding & team training included
White-label option — runs as your toolchain
Dedicated RigidVault workspace
Volume pricing available
Contact us for pricing
Lane 3 — Individual
Done By You
Individual engineers access the module library directly via RigidUniversity training and self-serve tools.
Module-by-module access
RigidUniversity onboarding included
Personal RigidVault workspace
No firm commitment required
Upgrade to Partner anytime
From $99/mo
THE MODULES

38 modules. Six engineering disciplines.

Every module is a discrete AI capability that integrates into your SOLIDWORKS workflow. Use one or all 38. Each is available through any of the three access lanes above.

Design Intelligence
Generate, optimize, and explore mechanical designs from requirements — not blank screens.
6 modules
Design Intelligence
Parametric Design Generator

Generate initial parametric SOLIDWORKS model from spec sheet, napkin sketch, or load requirements. Skip the blank-screen problem entirely.

AI module
Design Intelligence
Topology Optimizer

AI-guided weight reduction and material redistribution within defined load and constraint sets. Remove what the part doesn't need.

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Design Intelligence
Design Variant Explorer

Produce 10–20 design variants from a single constraint set for comparative review. Stop designing one option at a time.

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Design Intelligence
Sketch-to-3D Converter

Convert 2D scanned drawings or photographs to fully parametric 3D SOLIDWORKS models with complete drawing packages.

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Design Intelligence
Feature Reuse Engine

Identify reusable features and part families across your existing library. Stop redesigning what you've already solved.

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Design Intelligence
AI Assembly Sequence Planner

Auto-detect interferences and generate optimized assembly sequences with tooling access analysis. Know how it goes together before you make it.

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Simulation & Analysis
FEA setup, mesh optimization, fatigue prediction, thermal analysis, and weld stress validation.
6 modules
🔬 Simulation & Analysis
Pre-Check Flagging

Flag likely structural failure points and mesh problem areas before running a full FEA solve. Fix it before the compute cost.

AI module
🔬 Simulation & Analysis
Mesh Optimizer

AI-driven mesh refinement that balances accuracy and compute time based on geometry and load conditions.

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🔬 Simulation & Analysis
Simulation Setup Assistant

Auto-configure boundary conditions, load cases, and material assignments from design intent documentation.

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🔬 Simulation & Analysis
Fatigue Life Predictor

Full failure investigation engine — fatigue, fracture, overload, and corrosion failure modes. Inputs: load history, material, geometry. Outputs: S-N curve, failure site map, root cause narrative, and corrective action recommendations.

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🔬 Simulation & Analysis
Thermal Analysis Interpreter

Translate FEA thermal output into plain-language engineering summary with actionable design change recommendations.

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🔬 Simulation & Analysis
Weld Stress Evaluator

AI-assisted weld joint design, sizing, and stress analysis. AWS D1.1, D1.2, and D1.6 code compliance. Outputs: weld size recommendations, joint classification, stress utilization ratios, and compliance documentation.

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Manufacturing Intelligence
DFM review, tolerance analysis, toolpath advisory, material selection, cost estimation, and fixturing.
7 modules
⚙️ Manufacturing Intelligence
DFM Auto-Reviewer

Design for Manufacturability review — undercuts, wall thickness, draft angles, tooling access, material conflicts. Includes dedicated Injection Mold Mode: gate location, parting line, ejector placement, and warpage risk. Catch issues before first cut.

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⚙️ Manufacturing Intelligence
Tolerance Stack-Up Analyzer

Automated 1D/2D/3D tolerance chain analysis with worst-case and RSS reporting against functional requirements.

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⚙️ Manufacturing Intelligence
CNC Toolpath Advisor

Suggest optimal toolpaths, tool selection, and cut strategy from geometry. Integrates naturally with RigidForge.

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⚙️ Manufacturing Intelligence
Material Selector

AI-driven material selection from load, environment, cost, and machinability inputs. Returns ranked alternatives with trade-off matrix.

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⚙️ Manufacturing Intelligence
Cost Estimator

Automated manufacturing cost estimate from part geometry, process selection, material, and batch size. Deliverable: itemized cost model.

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⚙️ Manufacturing Intelligence
Surface Finish Analyzer

Identify problem surfaces, inaccessible tool approaches, and Ra achievability issues before machining setup.

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⚙️ Manufacturing Intelligence
Fixture Design Advisor

Suggest fixturing solutions and workholding from part geometry and process plan. Output: fixture concept with datum scheme.

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Documentation & Data
Drawing checking, GD&T auto-application, BOM intelligence, PMI extraction, and change impact analysis.
7 modules
📋 Documentation & Data
Drawing Auto-Checker

Detect missing views, broken dimensions, notes, and GD&T errors across 2D drawing packages. Deliverable: redline-ready markup.

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📋 Documentation & Data
GD&T Auto-Applicator

Automatically assign geometric tolerances based on functional requirements, fit, and assembly hierarchy.

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📋 Documentation & Data
BOM Intelligence

AI-enhanced Bill of Materials with part substitution suggestions, preferred vendor mapping, and cost flag alerts.

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📋 Documentation & Data
PMI Extractor

Extract and validate Product Manufacturing Information from 3D model annotations for MBD workflows and downstream systems.

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📋 Documentation & Data
Change Impact Analyzer

Flag all downstream design, drawing, BOM, and process effects of an engineering change order before release approval.

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📋 Documentation & Data
Tech Spec Writer

Generate complete engineering specifications from model metadata, design intent notes, and functional requirements.

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📋 Documentation & Data
Model Health Check

Detect degenerate geometry, over-constraints, rebuild errors, and duplicate bodies. Deliverable: prioritized fix list.

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Compliance & Defense
DFMEA generation, MIL-SPEC validation, ITAR screening, AS9100/CMMC pre-check, and PE report packaging.
6 modules
🛡 Compliance & Defense
DFMEA Generator

AI-assisted Design FMEA from model structure, functional requirements, and historical failure modes. Deliverable: complete risk register with RPN rankings.

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🛡 Compliance & Defense
MIL-SPEC Cross-Referencer

Match part geometry, materials, and finishes to applicable MIL-SPEC and MIL-STD requirements for DoD submission packages.

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🛡 Compliance & Defense
ITAR Export Screener

Flag potentially export-controlled geometry, materials, and assembly configurations against USML categories. Engineering pre-screen — not legal advice.

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🛡 Compliance & Defense
AS9100 / CMMC Pre-Checker

Verify design documentation completeness against AS9100 Rev D and CMMC 2.0 documentation requirements before formal audit.

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🛡 Compliance & Defense
PE Report Packager

Compile analysis, model data, and documentation into a PE stamp-ready certification package or formal Design Validation Report (DVR). Two structured output modes: PE Certification Package and DVR for OEM design reviews.

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🛡 Compliance & Defense
RFQ Package Generator

Auto-compile complete supplier RFQ packages and PPAP documentation from design data: drawings, specs, material callouts, control plans, and inspection requirements. Supports AIAG PPAP 4th Edition output mode.

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Reverse Engineering & Legacy
Scan-to-CAD conversion, legacy drawing digitization, part classification, digital twin building, and standards templates.
6 modules
🔄 Reverse Engineering & Legacy
Scan-to-CAD Converter

AI-accelerated point cloud to fully parametric SOLIDWORKS model. Works natively with Titan Tech Scans and Einstar VEGA scan data.

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🔄 Reverse Engineering & Legacy
Legacy Drawing Digitizer

Convert scanned or photographed 2D paper blueprints to annotated 3D CAD models with full drawing packages.

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🔄 Reverse Engineering & Legacy
Part Classifier

Identify part families, manufacturing method, and material group from scan data or reference images for library organization.

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🔄 Reverse Engineering & Legacy
Digital Twin Builder

End-to-end package: scan → CAD model → 2D drawings → BOM → RigidVault heritage entry with full provenance chain.

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🔄 Reverse Engineering & Legacy
Standards Template Runner

Run a standards-compliant parametric template for any feature type. Input parameters, receive geometry with governing clause citations. Covers ASME, SAE, MIL-SPEC, AGMA, and AWS.

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🔄 Reverse Engineering & Legacy
Standards Compliance Checker

AI validation of your input parameters against the governing standard clause before geometry builds. Flags non-conformance and cites the specific clause.

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MANUFACTURING INTELLIGENCE
Sheet Metal Design AI™
Flat pattern development, bend allowance calculation, K-factor optimization, and DXF output for laser, waterjet, and press brake. Includes material grain direction and forming sequence recommendations.
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DOCUMENTATION AUTOMATION
ECO Manager™
Engineering change order workflow automation. Tracks design revisions, logs change rationale, updates drawings and BOMs, and generates ECO documentation for OEM submission. Backed by RigidVault for immutable revision history.
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COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE
Competitive Teardown AI™
AI-assisted physical product teardown analysis. Input photos and measurements — output estimated design intent, material selection rationale, manufacturing process identification, cost estimate, and competitive comparison report.
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COMPLIANCE & DEFENSE
PFMEA Generator™
Process FMEA generator using AIAG-VDA methodology. Input process flow — output complete PFMEA with rankings, special characteristics, and control recommendations. Linked to Control Plan Builder.
AI MODULE
DOCUMENTATION AUTOMATION
Control Plan Builder™
Auto-generates IATF 16949-compliant control plans from PFMEA and process flow. All three phases: prototype, pre-launch, production. Special characteristics auto-linked. OEM-submission ready.
AI MODULE
DOCUMENTATION AUTOMATION
DVP&R Generator™
Builds Design Verification Plan and Report from DFMEA risk register. Auto-populates test matrix with specs, sample sizes, acceptance criteria, and timing. Flags high-RPN items for priority testing.
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DOCUMENTATION AUTOMATION
8D Report Generator™
Auto-drafts OEM-format 8D corrective action reports. Generates D1–D8 sections: team, problem statement, containment, root cause (Ishikawa + 5-Why), corrective action, and prevention. OEM submission ready.
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DOCUMENTATION AUTOMATION
APQP Gate Tracker™
Program milestone management for new product launches. Tracks all 5 APQP phases with deliverable checklists, gate review status, and timing. Auto-flags late deliverables. Integrates with RigidVault.
AI MODULE
MANUFACTURING INTELLIGENCE
Cost Estimator AI™
Manufacturing cost estimation from CAD geometry. Estimates material, machining, fixturing, and overhead. Process alternatives ranked by cost reduction potential. Links to RigidReserve for live material pricing.
AI MODULE
All Engineering AI modules delivered via SOLIDWORKS. Every deliverable stored with full provenance in RigidVault. RigidTrust enforcement →

THE WORKFLOW

From requirements to certified deliverable.

The six module categories form a complete engineering pipeline. Most projects touch four or five of them. The AI handles the time-consuming data work. The engineer makes the decisions. Every output goes directly to RigidVault.

1

Design is generated — Design Intelligence

Parametric models generated from requirements. Variants explored automatically. Topology optimized. The starting point is revision 1, not a blank screen. Design intent is captured in the model from the first commit.

2

Design is validated — Simulation & Analysis

FEA setup is configured automatically. Mesh is optimized. Pre-check flags structural risks before the full solve runs. Fatigue life and thermal output are translated into plain-language recommendations with actionable design changes.

3

Manufacturability is confirmed — Manufacturing Intelligence

DFM review catches undercuts, wall thickness, and tooling access issues before first cut. Tolerance stack-up is analyzed. Material is selected and costed. The part is manufacturable before it reaches the shop floor.

4

Documentation is generated — Documentation & Data

Drawing packages are auto-checked and redlined. GD&T is applied from functional requirements. BOM is intelligence-enhanced. Tech specs are written from model metadata. The documentation package is complete before the first print is made.

5

Compliance is packaged — Compliance & Defense

DFMEA is populated from design data. MIL-SPEC is cross-referenced. ITAR is pre-screened. AS9100 and CMMC documentation is verified. The PE report package is assembled and ready for stamp. Every deliverable lives in RigidVault with immutable provenance.

GET STARTED

38 Engineering Intelligence modules.
Three ways in.

Send us your first project. Commission a sprint. Or book a call to discuss which lane fits your firm. We work in your software — SOLIDWORKS, CAD platform of your choice — and return deliverables, not instructions.

See RigidEngineering → Start a conversation

Sprint projects from $1,500. Retainer from $499/mo. shaun@kavanaghind.com

ECOSYSTEM POSITION

Engineering Intelligence in the KI Ecosystem

RigidEngineering™
CAD consulting parent
RigidAI™
All 140 modules across 14 families
RigidForge™
Generative design division
RigidVault™
Every deliverable stored with provenance
SOLIDWORKS Consulting
The delivery vehicle
Scan-to-Drawing
Reverse engineering service
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