Testing & Simulation

dSPACE tool enables virtual verification of ECU software in early development phases By enabling software architects to find and correct implementation errors at an earlier development stage than previously possible, the process becomes easier and much less expensive. Read full story

Value-added engineering takes time out of the equation Many design engineering departments continue to struggle to find enough engineering resources to develop new products, whether due to hiring constraints or the ability to secure talent. Read full story

Moving toward sustainable product development with model-based design Sustainability provides an opportunity to affect a fundamental shift in the market—seizing this opportunity can give businesses a significant competitive advantage. Read full story

MPM tool helps cut wire harness manufacturing costs With today’s extreme pressure to reduce costs, wire harness manufacturing is the focus of much attention, and Mentor Graphics has responded to this need with its Capital Harness Manufacturing Process Management (MPM) software application. Read full story

Unified FEA saves on back-and-forth of windshield wiper design While the blades need periodic replacement, the wiper system itself is considered one of the most reliable of vehicle devices, with a design life average of 1.5 million wipes. Reliability and motorist safety are key tenets of Hyundai Motor Co., so it comes as no surprise that the windshield wiper has been the focus of considerable attention at the company’s R&D center. Read full story

FEA a cool tool for thermal analysis of Li-ion batteries Thermal management of a battery pack is one of the main factors to be considered in the pack design, especially for those with indirect air or indirect liquid cooling since the cooling medium is not in contact with the battery cells. Read full story

Real-time simulation used to evaluate MR active damper Stryker suspension A TARDEC team has been working with a suspension OEM to assess the possible improvement and feasibility of integrating a magneto-rheological semi-active damper suspension into the Stryker Family of Vehicles. Read full story

Test component reuse spurs increased development efficiency and quality By reusing test components, developers can standardize the way they stimulate, visualize, and analyze data, regardless of the development stage. Read full story