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Calling all automotive innovators! What are the biggest challenges your R&D teams are facing today? ➡️ Streamlining design and prototyping? ➡️ Finding the right materials for next-gen vehicles? ➡️ Optimizing testing processes and timelines? Let's spark a conversation! Share your thoughts in the comments below. #automotive #researchanddevelopment #innovation #futureofmobility #TridentTechLabs P.S. Stay tuned for some exciting news from TridentTechLabs coming soon!

SIMULATION AND MODELING: VI-grade announces speakers and sponsors for 2024 Zero Prototypes Summit VI-grade, a provider of #simulation-driven vehicle development solutions, has announced the preliminary list of speakers and sponsors for its 2024 Zero Prototypes Summit, to be held on May 14-16, 2024, at the company’s SimCenter in Udine, Italy. Guido Bairati, managing director at VI-grade, said, “These presentations will provide our valued customers, partners and followers with exclusive insights into how key players in the global automotive industry are currently using VI-grade’s simulation and driving #simulators to accelerate the development of new vehicles, thus bringing them ever closer to virtual sign-off.” Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ecCkXNc4 #Automotive #AutomotiveTesting #Engineering #AutomotiveIndustry #AutomotiveEngineering #Mobility #Technology #Transportation #AutoTestMag #AutoTestExpo #AutoTestNovi #AutoTestEurope #AutoTestIndia #AutoTestChina #AutoTestKorea #GACS

PARTNERSHIP: VI-grade and MdynamiX collaborate on #HiL solutions This collaboration will see VI-grade become an official reseller of MdynamiX's HiL solutions, which are compatible with VI-grade driving simulators and #AutoHawk HiL platforms. “Building upon our long-standing collaboration with MdynamiX as a trusted software partner, particularly in using the advanced MdynamiX steering model in our VI-CarRealTime software, we want to expand our portfolio with their well-established HiL offering," said Guido Bairati, managing director at VI-grade. "This integration allows our customers to experience real steering feel on VI-grade #simulators and to calibrate and tune EPS controllers long before they go to the physical #provingground." Peter Pfeffer, CEO at MdynamiX, said, "Having collaborated for over a decade in the areas of elastomer/hydromount and steering system models, this formal alliance is a natural progression of our relationship. We look forward to driving innovation and delivering exceptional value to our customers worldwide through this synergistic partnership." Read more here: https://lnkd.in/edqSmUTA #Automotive #AutomotiveTesting #Engineering #AutomotiveIndustry #AutomotiveEngineering #Mobility #Technology #Transportation #AutoTestMag #AutoTestExpo #AutoTestNovi #AutoTestEurope #AutoTestIndia #AutoTestChina #AutoTestKorea #GACS

Why Simulation is the Key to Automotive Innovation & Problem Solving 🌐🚗 The automotive industry is undergoing a seismic shift propelled by technological breakthroughs, environmental mandates, and shifting consumer expectations. Embracing this transformation, automakers turn to simulation to conquer their greatest challenges. Let's take a look at 3 key challenges. #ElectrifiedPowertrains: Transitioning to fully electric powertrains is a priority, and simulation emerges as the driving force behind it. With fewer components, electric vehicles are simpler in design, yet the challenge lies in optimizing the battery. Simulation workflows play a crucial role in determining the ideal battery size, package, and range, while also ensuring safety under extreme conditions. By employing physics-based reduced-order models (ROMs), engineers can develop efficient battery management software. Simulation proves indispensable in simultaneously optimizing structural, thermal, and electromagnetic requirements, unleashing thousands of design iterations in a fraction of the time required for traditional methods. Advancing #DriverAssistanceSystems and #Autonomy: While the dream of fully autonomous vehicles persists, challenges necessitate a cautious approach. Simulation steps in as the catalyst for innovation, allowing engineers to virtually develop, test, and validate safe automated driving technologies within days. Complex scenarios, once reliant on physical testing over millions of miles, now find resolution through the marriage of safety analysis and simulation. This synergy replicates real-world conditions, predicting outcomes earlier in the development process and ensuring the paramount safety of drivers and passengers. 💻 Supporting Software-Defined Vehicles: As vehicles evolve into software-defined entities, managing over 100 million lines of code, simulation becomes the linchpin of this revolution. SDVs enable seamless feature updates through over-the-air transmissions, mimicking the consumer product experience. Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) emerges as a critical methodology, steering the vehicle through changing software requirements and evolving hardware prerequisites. Functional safety and cybersecurity analysis, integrated into the original design, persist throughout the software's lifecycle. Simulation not only designs the original vehicle hardware but also validates new software through digital twin hardware models. Virtual validation ensures safety and reliability before each software update, reinforcing trust in OTA transmissions. Beyond the headline automotive trends, innovation permeates from every facet. Simulation remains the cornerstone, optimizing each component for quality, weight, cost, and technology. From sustainable materials to smarter electromechanical components, simulation ensures that every innovation on the road is born from a digital realm of possibilities. #Automotive #Innovation #Simulation #Mobility

The Future of Innovation: How Our Magnetic Assemblies Are Powering Advancements in Technology In the ever-evolving landscape of technological innovation, magnetic assemblies play a pivotal role, especially in the automotive industry. At Advanced Magnet Source, we're at the forefront of this revolution, engineering magnetic solutions that drive progress and set new benchmarks for efficiency and sustainability. Our magnetic assemblies are integral to the development of cutting-edge automotive technologies. From propulsion systems that demand high-performance magnets for efficiency and power, to advanced sensor systems critical for autonomous driving technologies, our products are at the heart of the automotive industry's most groundbreaking advancements. The push for more sustainable transportation solutions has placed a spotlight on the need for high-quality, reliable magnetic assemblies. These components are crucial for the performance and longevity of motors, directly influencing vehicle range, power, and overall sustainability. Our expertise in designing and manufacturing magnetic assemblies ensures that automotive engineers and executives can rely on our products to meet these critical demands. Moreover, the role of magnetic assemblies extends beyond propulsion systems. They are key to enhancing safety and performance through applications in various sensor technologies, including those used in autonomous driving systems. These sensors require precise, reliable magnetic assemblies to function effectively, making our products indispensable in the pursuit of safer, more efficient automotive technologies. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g5JGDqb3

The Full Agenda for AutoSens Europe 2024 is now available! 🚨 https://hubs.ly/Q02Ld5SG0 Industry experts from leading companies including: Volkswagen, BMW Group, Magna International, Continental, Torc Robotics, Valeo, Hyundai MOBIS and many more, will be delving into the latest technology advancements, challenges and solutions surrounding crucial topics including: ➡️ Thermal Imaging ➡️ AI ➡️ Robust Safety ➡️ EE Architectures ➡️ Data Privacy ➡️ Image Quality ➡️ Infrastructure ➡️ Simulation & more! Take a look at the Full Agenda: https://hubs.ly/Q02Ld4tp0 Book your Pass: https://hubs.ly/Q02Ld4pK0 #autosens #automotiveevent #adas #av #ad #latesttech #AI #thermalimaging #robustsafety #eearchitectures #dataprivacy #imagequality #infrastructure #simulation #mapping #industryexperts #supplychain #engineers #OEM #tier1

SIMULATION: VI-grade partners with University of Michigan’s automotive research hub to utilize simulation tech VI-grade has entered into a partnership with Mcity, the University of Michigan’s hub for #advancedmobility research. This collaboration aims to bolster automotive research capabilities through the utilization of VI-grade’s #simulator technology. Central to this partnership is the deployment of VI-grade’s Compact Simulator, which is designed to enhance #simulation activities and facilitate real-time testing of models. Guido Bairati, managing director at VI-grade, said, “Our Compact Simulator is the optimal tool for Mcity to enhance its research capabilities, develop and test specific control algorithms, and introduce its students to driving simulator technologies.” Mcity research director Greg Stevens added, “We are excited to add VI-grade’s Compact Simulator as another tool in our makerspace." Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dWq3ErWC #Automotive #AutomotiveTesting #Engineering #AutomotiveIndustry #AutomotiveEngineering #Mobility #Technology #Transportation #AutoTestMag #AutoTestExpo #AutoTestNovi #AutoTestEurope #AutoTestIndia #AutoTestChina #AutoTestKorea #GACS

🚗 Advancing Automotive Safety: Insights from the Flexcrash Project 🚗 We’re excited to share key findings from the Flexcrash project, a groundbreaking initiative funded by Horizon Europe. The project aims to enhance automotive safety through innovative design & advanced materials. Key highlights include: • Integration of high-performance aluminum alloys for lighter, stronger vehicle structures. • Development of future-relevant crash scenarios for automated vehicles. • Standardized virtual testing methodologies. These advancements are pivotal in creating safer, more efficient vehicles for the future. Dive deeper into the details here: https://lnkd.in/dKU4i2X9 Coordinated by Eurecat - Technology Centre, the project's consortium is formed by Luleå University of Technology, Virtual Vehicle Research GmbH, Gemmate Technologies, Gestamp, Aerobase Innovations AB, Fraunhofer IWS, IMC Krems University of Applied Sciences, Stellantis and UNE - Asociación Española de Normalización. #AutomotiveSafety #Innovation #Flexcrash #VehicleDesign #HorizonEurope

The automotive industry is rapidly transitioning towards electrified, autonomous, and connected vehicles, with companies vying to capture the electric mobility market. Success hinges on achieving key engineering goals in performance, safety, and cost. The EV development process requires multiple design iterations and extensive testing for range, performance, reliability, safety, and security. To address these complexities, an integrated development approach using virtualization and physics-based simulation is increasingly adopted, significantly reducing development time and costs. An upcoming summit will bring together industry leaders and technology experts to discuss engineering challenges, best practices, advances in EV design, and the role of simulation. Topics will include component design, functional safety, subsystem/system integration, and validation, providing participants with a comprehensive view of EV development from complex multi-physics to digitalization. Registration Link: https://ansys.me/3KD1M7b For more details: https://lnkd.in/gkemQMiG Follow us to get updates on our upcoming webinars & events! www.caditglobal.com https://lnkd.in/g9D8hTCq https://lnkd.in/gYVPmTdD https://lnkd.in/gsrzVXrp #AutomotiveInnovation #ElectricVehicles #EVDevelopment #AutonomousVehicles #ConnectedCars #EVEngineering #SimulationTechnology #FutureOfMobility #VirtualTesting #EngineeringSummit #VehicleSafety #EMCCompliance #DigitalizationInEVs #MultiPhysics #TechInAutomotive #EVDesign #EngineeringChallenges #ModelDrivenApproach #EVTechnology #EVPerformance #ElectricMobility #AutomotiveTransition #NextGenVehicles #EngineeringExcellence #VirtualDevelopment #AutomotiveSummit #EVIntegration #FunctionalSafety #CADIT #CAD-IT #CADITEVENTS

Figure is testing humanoid manufacturing robots at Spartanburg plant: Full Post: https://lnkd.in/gVexpbq8 The BMW Group is exploring the use of humanoid robots in production for the first time. During a trial run lasting several weeks at BMW Group Plant Spartanburg, the latest humanoid robot Figure 02 from California company Figure successfully inserted sheet metal parts into specific fixtures, which were then assembled as part of the chassis. The robot must be particularly dexterous to complete this production step. With its vision for future production - dubbed BMW iFACTORY - efficiency, digitalisation and sustainability are central to this realization. During the trial run, valuable knowledge was gained on what requirements must be met to integrate multi-purpose robots into an existing production system. This includes understanding how humanoid robots communicate with systems under real conditions. After initial use in automobile production, experts at both companies are collaborating to prepare Figure for future applications based on these findings. Figure says its 02 humanoid embodies significant advances: + Three times processing power compared to its predecessor + Improved voice communication + Enhanced cameras, microphones, and sensors + High-performance battery + Fourth-ge... Full Post: https://lnkd.in/gVexpbq8 #manufacturing #engineering #automation #smartfactory