ARCADE: Topology

ARCADE – Augmented Reality Computational Analysis and Design Environment
Learn Topology Optimization by Doing. In 3D. In Real Time.

ARCADE is an immersive learning and design tool that brings computational engineering to life using the power of Apple Vision Pro. Designed for students, educators, and innovators in engineering, ARCADE transforms complex concepts like structural topology optimization into intuitive, interactive 3D experiences.

Why ARCADE?
Traditional methods of teaching topology optimization rely heavily on static diagrams, equations, and software interfaces that separate learners from the physicality of their designs. ARCADE bridges this gap by leveraging spatial computing to place students directly inside the design process—where they can see and manipulate their ideas as they evolve in real time.

Key Features:

• Interactive 3D Learning
Explore design spaces, load paths, and optimized structures right in your physical environment. Rotate, translate, and manipulate models using hand gestures. Learning becomes an active experience, not a passive one.

• Real-Time Topology Optimization
ARCADE integrates state-of-the-art computational solvers of the Apple Accelerate framework, allowing students to define design domains, apply loads and constraints, and run optimizations in seconds. Watch as material redistributes itself before your eyes to form efficient, elegant structures that maximize stiffness.

• For Students & Educators
Whether you’re teaching structural mechanics, material science, or advanced design, ARCADE enhances your classroom with immersive visualizations and real-time experimentation. Educators can use it to demonstrate concepts dynamically; students can use it to learn by exploring.

• From Intuition to Innovation
ARCADE helps students build physical intuition about stress flow, compliance, and material efficiency. It supports creative problem solving and fosters design thinking through open-ended exploration and immediate feedback.

Who’s it for?
• University students in mechanical, aerospace, and civil engineering or a related field;
• Educators seeking cutting-edge tools for teaching structural optimization;
• Makers and hobbyists interested in learning about computational design.

Built for Vision Pro
Harness the full potential of Apple Vision Pro’s spatial computing capabilities. ARCADE is optimized for intuitive navigation and immersive rendering—making computational design feel as natural as drawing with your hands.

The Future of Engineering Education Is Here
With ARCADE, students don’t just learn about topology optimization—they experience it. This is the new way to teach and learn engineering: immersive, hands-on, and unforgettable.

Available now on the Vision App Store.