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EV POWERTRAIN: Ansys introduces SaaS solution for EV powertrain development Ansys has announced the launch of its ConceptEV, a new cloud-native, Software as a Service (SaaS) solution designed to optimize the development of electric vehicle (EV) powertrains. This tool aims to improve driving range and battery charge times by advancing powertrain components including the battery, inverter, motor and transmission.   "Ansys ConceptEV promises to be a critical advancement for the electric powertrain industry," said John Reeve, technical director, FluxSys Ltd. – a UK engineering consultant. "Focusing on optimizing the complete powertrain rather than individual subsystems will increase our productivity and accelerate innovation. ConceptEV is approachable, collaborative and scalable and will help us meet the growing demand for performant EV powertrain systems." Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eeT3AYJk #Automotive #AutomotiveTesting #Engineering #AutomotiveIndustry #AutomotiveEngineering #Mobility #Technology #Transportation #AutoTestMag #AutoTestExpo #AutoTestNovi #AutoTestEurope #AutoTestIndia #AutoTestChina #AutoTestKorea

Why do traditional approaches to powertrain design and engineering break down when applied to electric drives? We recently asked Steven Dom, director of automotive industry solutions within the simulation and test segment of Siemens Digital Industries Software: "Traditionally, design is much more linear. One team works on the combustion element, while another works on the mechanical element. With an electric drive, many different things must happen simultaneously. For instance, the power electronics and electric motor need to be cooled simultaneously, whereas with a combustion engine, you only worry about cooling once the combustion element is complete. Cooling is critical for electric vehicles. Depending on where you are in the world and the current climate conditions, you need to cool or heat the battery and the cabin. In a traditional vehicle, you have an air conditioning compressor for the cabin, which is a separate system. But in an electric vehicle, there is a much bigger balancing act because every bit of power in your battery needs to be used in the optimal way possible." Read the rest of the interview here: https://lnkd.in/ek-G_Dzn #EV #Automotive #Manufacturing #Engineering Sponsored

Risk minimization, cost savings & accelerated time to market - virtual commissioning revolutionizes traditional processes by simulating the entire #manufacturing system in a virtual environment. This way potential improvements can be detected early on and the risk of costly errors is significantly reduced. Key benefit? Substantial reduction in commissioning time. With parallelizing mechatronic #engineering activities in the early project phases, we can streamline the integration process and speed up time to market. By establishing a kinematic 3D simulation, we have successfully simulated over 20 stations, gaining valuable insights and paving the way for #digital #mechatronic engineering 💡 #bosch #commissioning #machinevision  Bosch #virtualcommissioning #digitalization #DigitalTwin #simulation #innovation #automation #manufacturelikeabosch

𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐧 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐨 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟑𝟑 A servo drive is a power amplifier that is used to control a servo motor. The servo drive amplifies the control signal from the controller and supplies the power to the servo motor. The servo drive constantly monitors the position of the servo motor and adjusts the power to the motor accordingly. This results in the servo motor achieving precise control and positioning. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 Some key trends in servo drive technology include miniaturization, higher power density, higher efficiency, and increased functionality. As servo drives become more compact, they are able to be used in a wider variety of applications, including in tight spaces. Higher power density servo drives are able to generate more power while occupying less space, making them ideal for high-demand applications. Higher efficiency servo drives use less energy, resulting in lower operating costs. 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲:https://lnkd.in/dCTbJsq8 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐨 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 Siemens Mitsubishi Corporation Schneider Electric Rockwell Automation Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. Yaskawa America, Inc. - Drives & Motion Division ABB Bosch Rexroth Hiconics Eco-energy Technology Co., Ltd. Hitachi #ServoDrive #MotionControl #Automation #IndustrialAutomation #CNC #MotionControlSystem #Robotics #PrecisionControl #ACServo #DCServo #FeedbackControl #DriveTechnology #MachineControl #MotionSystem #Engineering #Manufacturing #Electromechanical #MotionControlTechnology #DriveSolutions #Industry40

🔋🚗 Did you know that electric motors are crucial in transforming battery power into the mechanical energy that propels our vehicles?  However, achieving maximum energy efficiency in this process is a significant challenge. ⚡️ Not all energy from the battery is utilized during the conversion—some is inevitably lost to heat and friction. For original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), the primary goal in electric motor design is to minimize these losses and ensure that most of the power is effectively harnessed to extend vehicle range. 🌱 This is where #Ansys and the power of simulation-driven engineering comes into play. By deeply understanding the physics behind each design, engineers can optimize electric motors to achieve unparalleled efficiency. At #Simtec, we leverage advanced simulation tools to support OEMs in designing highly efficient electric motors. Join us in driving innovation and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in electric vehicle technology. 🌟 https://lnkd.in/g_He7gcB #ElectricVehicles #Simtec #Ansys #Engineering #Simulation #Innovation #EnergyEfficiency #AutomotiveTechnology #Simtec #SimulationDrivenDesign

BorgWarner reveals how its latest product launches are set to drive innovation in the commercial electric vehicle market. Find out more on #Engineer #Live here - https://loom.ly/8NtAymw Subscribe to our newsletter here - https://loom.ly/l_VjE2E #TechNews #IndustryNews #EngineeringInnovation #AdvancedManufacturing #EngineeringUpdates

𝙄𝙩’𝙨 𝙬𝙚𝙙𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣! 💒 In the #AutomotiveIndustry, there's a special "wedding" too: when a car's body meets its drivetrain – engine and transmission unite in harmony. 🔧 What happens next? In life, couples start a journey together. In production, it's off to final assembly, where #automation systems like electric monorails (EMS) take over. 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗶𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘂𝗽 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀? A German automotive manufacturer faced the challenge of expanding the load capacity of their EMS and adapting their final assembly process to accommodate both combustion engines and #emobility. Our team from the SCIO Business segment Discrete Automation was tasked with developing a solution. The result? A state-of-the-art facility that redefines production standards. 👉 Curious to learn how we did it? Dive into the full project story here: https://lnkd.in/eT4cQv2d -------------- Ready to take your automation project to the next level 𝘢𝘴𝘢𝘱? 🔜Let's talk at Motek 2024 - more information coming soon. #memberofscio

🚗 Reflecting on Two Decades of Systems Engineering in the Automotive Industry (2000-2024) 🌟 As we wrap up 2024, let's take a moment to appreciate the incredible evolution of the automotive industry and systems engineering over the past two decades. In the 2000s, the automotive landscape was dominated by traditional fossil fuel combustion engines. In the 2020s, we are seeing the rise of electric, hydrogen and fuel cell vehicles, as well as hybrids, biofuels and CNG technologies. This change has challenged traditional car manufacturers and brought new players onto the scene. In systems engineering, the 2000s initially saw a document-centric approach that focused on system integration, system safety and reliability. The 2010s brought digitalization and model-based systems engineering (MBSE), which focused on system integration, system performance and smart validation using simulation models, along with version control and comprehensive documentation for traceability. Although there was software for electronic control units (ECUs) in the automotive industry in the 2000s, software development has become crucial for product development alongside systems engineering since 2015. This started with the CASE concept (Connected, Autonomous, Shared & Services, and Electric) and now moving towards Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV). These advances have expanded the traditional V&V model to encompass both software and model based systems engineering, ensuring comprehensive coverage from requirements to testing. The advantages of these advances in the V&V model can be clearly observed by following key achievements  1. increased energy and time efficiency in door-to-door mobility solutions in the mobility ecosystem  2. development time for new models has been reduced from around three years in the 2000s to just 6-9 months in 2024 With new technologies emerging in the aerospace industry, what can the aerospace sector learn from the automotive industry's journey? Will the aerospace industry embrace these advancements to increase efficiency and reduce development time? I would love to hear your thoughts and comments! #AutomotiveIndustry #SystemsEngineering #Innovation #DigitalTransformation #Sustainability

🚓 Driving Innovation with Automotive Simulation: Caliber Technologies Leads the Way   The global #automotive #simulation software market is experiencing significant growth, with a projected CAGR of 11.5% from 2023 to 2030. This surge is largely driven by the increasing complexity of automotive systems and the need for advanced testing and validation methodologies. Caliber Technologies leverages these trends by offering cutting-edge virtual product development solutions that ensure robust and reliable automotive innovations. Our expertise spans across various domains, including: 🔋 Battery Thermal Management: We excel in simulating battery systems, predicting temperature, state of charge, aging, and current distribution. This enables us to optimize battery performance under transient conditions. 💧 Cooling Systems: Our simulations provide detailed insights into flow distribution and thermal performance, allowing for the optimization of cooling circuits in automotive applications. 📠 E-Machine Thermal Analysis: We predict the thermal state of electric motors across all operating regimes, ensuring optimal speed-torque characteristics for various operational points. By integrating #virtual simulation into the development process, #CaliberTechnologies helps reduce costs, shorten development times, and improve overall product quality. Our approach not only aligns with industry trends but also provides a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving automotive landscape. #AutomotiveInnovation #SimulationSoftware #VehicleSimulation #CaliberTechnologies #AutomotiveEngineering #VirtualSimulation #SoftwareDevelopment #SafetyStandards #ISO26262 #AutomotiveTrends #EngineeringExcellence #TechAdvancement

BorgWarner reveals how its latest product launches are set to drive innovation in the commercial electric vehicle market. Find out more on #Engineer #Live here - https://loom.ly/8NtAymw Subscribe to our newsletter here - https://loom.ly/l_VjE2E #TechNews #IndustryNews #EngineeringInnovation #AdvancedManufacturing #EngineeringUpdates