Robust Design - Vehicle Development under Uncertainty
13.02.2020 - 14.02.2020 in Alzenau

Material Models of Composites for Crash Simulation
05.03.2020 in Alzenau

Modeling of Joints in Crash Simulation
11.03.2020 in Alzenau

4a engineering Technology Day 2020, March 3 - 4, Werfenweng, Austria

The 2020 event is dedicated to "plastics on the test rig – testing and simulation ". A deep understanding of the physical and mechanical properties of plastics is essential for the development of plastic components. Modern simulation tools are indispensable in accelerated product development. The aim of the event is to highlight the possibilities and challenges in the virtual description of the material behavior of plastics in reality.

International LS-DYNA Conference 2020, May 31 - June 1, Detroit, USA

The 16th International LS-DYNA Conference will open on May 31, 2020. The conference provides a unique opportunity for LSTC developers to learn what users of LS-DYNA are interested in, and for attendees to comment on the directions LS-DYNA will be taking.

MSC Software Conference 2020, June 23 - 24, Munich, Germany

The conference for simulation and analysis offers a mixture of expert lectures and user reports from diverse disciplines and industries. Participants will learn more about the current trends in the CAE world and the roadmap of MSC Software. At the same time, there is plenty of room to talk with our experts and other users.

Altair releases new Version of the Discrete Elements Method Software EDEM

EDEM 2020 from DEM Solutions Ltd., recently acquired by Altair, enables faster workflows and provides new tools for quicker and easier simulation set-up. The new release also includes new coupling capabilities with Altair's multi-body simulation software MotionSolve™ and OpenFOAM, the open source fluid mechanics software.

AutoForm unveils Software for Tube Bending, Forming and Hydroforming

AutoForm Engineering GmbH has released AutoForm TubeXpert R8. Building on the success of AutoForm Hydro 2016, this new software solution provides extensive conceptual and functional enhancements to further streamline the digital process chain for tube bending, forming and hydroforming companies.

More Accuracy in the Simulation of Thermal Radiation in THERCAST

The thermal radiation modelling implemented in THERCAST® has been considerably improved. As a result, the influence of thermal radiation is now computed more accurately, particularly in casting processes using stack molds, investment casting and the manufacture of concave castings, and of course in the simulation of cooling.

Mike Bell Joins Ricardo PLC as Chief Innovation Officer CINO

Mike Bell will spearhead the company’s forward plans on future product, technology and service innovation. He brings to Ricardo an extremely broad experience, having guided technology development initiatives across multiple sectors – from energy and telecoms to utilities, public sector bodies and the automotive industry, and from major IT systems to Internet of Things (IoT) concepts.

Fraunhofer Institute IFAM concludes Research Agreement with Hanyang University in Korea

On November 5, 2019, Dr. Thomas Weißgaerber, head of the Dresden Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Applied Materials Research (IFAM), signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Korean Hanyang University to promote relations with the application-oriented research area ERICA (Education-Research-Industry Cluster at Ansan).

BETA CAE Systems welcomes new Business Partner in Russia

BETA CAE Systems is pleased to announce the agreement with ADVANCE ENGINEERING LLC to become their new business agent, in the Russian Federation. Following the remarkable growth of the company’s software usage in Russia, this cooperation enhances BETA’s presence in the region via a renowned partner. This cooperation aims to optimize the efficiency of the services to our clients in the region.

Call for Papers for the 8th International Human Modeling Symposium

The application of virtual human models in vehicle development opens up fantastic possibilities to further increase comfort, ergonomics and safety of vehicles. Since 2007 our Human Modeling Symposia have provided a platform for sharing among users, researchers and developers of digital human models for vehicle development.

Ricardo Technology helps Developing world's fastest Tractor - Cool Video

Ricardo used cutting edge digitalization methods to maximize performance, value and efficiency. These included using virtual reality (VR) for design reviews which enabled engineering teams across multiple sites to collaborate quickly and in real time, without having to travel extensively.

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Porsche fully Electric Race Car Targets Formula E Championship with ANSYS Technology

ANSYS simulation software helps Porsche 99X Electric’s advanced powertrain deliver unmatched energy efficiency. Porsche Motorsport engineers are using ANSYS' system-level simulation solutions to create an advanced electric powertrain that will substantially increase energy efficiency for Porsche's first-ever fully electric race car — the Porsche 99X Electric.

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RAMSIS becomes Part of Dassault's 3DExperience Platform

Dassault Systèmes and Human Solutions are expanding their collaboration to provide vehicle designers with a powerful tool for ergonomic studies. The digital human model RAMSIS from Human Solutions will be accessible through the Dassault Systèmes 3DEXPERIENCE platform.

Image: Human Solutions

ANSYS Granta, Intellegens, and University of Birmingham have secured funding for a Project to improve Battery Metrics with Artificial Intelligence

A collaboration between ANSYS Granta, Cambridge AI startup Intellegens, and the University of Birmingham has secured funding from the Faraday Battery Challenge to optimise battery manufacturing processes, helping to ensure that the UK leads the world in the transition to a low carbon economy.

Image: Granta Design

Siemens adds Material Modeling to Simcenter through Acquisition of MultiMechanics

Siemens announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire MultiMechanics, Inc., developer of MultiMech finite element software that helps companies virtually predict failure in advanced materials at an unprecedented level of speed and accuracy.

Image: Siemens

Altair acquires DEM Solutions, expanding Solver Portfolio into Discrete Element Method Analysis

Altair has announced the acquisition of DEM Solutions, makers of EDEM, the market-leader in Discrete Element Method (DEM) software for bulk material simulation. With this acquisition, Altair customers now have the ability to design and develop power machinery while simultaneously optimizing how this equipment processes and handles bulk materials

Image: Altair

Hexagon broadens its Smart Factory Solutions Portfolio with the Acquisition of Volume Graphics

Hexagon AB, a global leader in sensor, software and autonomous solutions, today announced the signing of an agreement to acquire Volume Graphics, a market leader in the industrial computed tomography (CT) software industry.

Image: Hexagon

Best Use of HPC in Automotive Awarded for Combining CFD, HPC, and AI to reduce Emissions from Heavy Duty Transport.

Convergent Science, Aramco Research Center – Detroit, and Argonne National Laboratory received the 2019 HPCwire Editors’ Choice Award for the Best Use of HPC in Automotive. The three institutions were nominated for using HPC and AI to accelerate the design of a clean, highly efficient gasoline compression ignition engine.

Image: Convergent Science, Aramco Research Center

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Whiplash Testing and Evaluation in Rear Impacts 12.02.2020 in Alzenau	Thomas Frank, LEAR Corporation GmbH	EUR 790
Robust Design - Vehicle Development under Uncertainty 13.02.2020 - 14.02.2020 in Alzenau	Prof. Dr.-Ing. Fabian Duddeck, Technische Universität München	EUR 1340
Pedestrian Protection - Development Strategies 17.02.2020 in Alzenau	Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Maren Finck, carhs.training gmbh	EUR 790
Introduction to Passive Safety of Vehicles 19.02.2020 - 20.02.2020 in Alzenau	Ralf Reuter - carhs.training gmbh	EUR 1340
Structural Optimization in Automotive Design - Theory and Application 19.02.2020 - 20.02.2020 in Alzenau	Prof. Dr. Lothar Harzheim - Opel Automobile GmbH	EUR 1340
NVH - Background, Practice and Simulation Methodology 27.02.2020 - 28.02.2020 in Alzenau	Prof. Dr.-Ing. Dietmar Jennewein - Hochschule Darmstadt, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Alexander Zopp - Hochschule RheinMain	EUR 1340
Design for Durability - Lightweight Car Bodies and Fatigue 28.02.2020 in Alzenau	Prof. Dr.-Ing. Udo Jung - Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen	EUR 790
Static Vehicle Safety Tests in Automotive Development 02.03.2020 in Alzenau	Matthias Kunkel - ACTS GmbH & Co. KG	EUR 790
Material Models of Composites for Crash Simulation 05.03.2020 in Alzenau	Prof. Dr. Thomas Karall - Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften Hof	EUR 790
Modeling of Joints in Crash Simulation 11.03.2020 in Alzenau	Dr.-Ing. Silke Sommer, Fraunhofer-Institut für Werkstoffmechanik IWM	EUR 790
Introduction to the Python Programming Language 17.03.2020 - 18.03.2020 in Alzenau	Dr. André Backes - TECOSIM Technische Simulation GmbH	EUR 1340

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