Jennifer Schlegel

An "artisanal" copywriter by trade, Jenn Schlegel has covered the Simcenter (and now Siemens Xcelerator) scene for almost 2 decades. Her work covers hot topics from leading industry players, but also the more eclectic stories from our customers ranging from underwater basil farming simulation to testing priceless heritage violins...and, most recently, clean-tech coffee roasters and Extreme H.

Add bit of dazzle to your holiday season with the Simcenter Carillon Project

Add bit of dazzle to your holiday season with the Simcenter Carillon Project

December 11, 2025
Ring in the holiday season with the Simcenter carillon project and explore how Simcenter can help create better-sounding bells and belfries
By Jenn Schlegel
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A masterclass in engineering excellence and innovation of farm equipment at Crucianelli

A masterclass in engineering excellence and innovation of farm equipment at Crucianelli

November 26, 2025
Siemens Xcelerator for Future Innovation. Crucianelli’s journey in developing farm equipment demonstrates how strategic thinking, intensive training, advanced simulation, and a digital mindset can empower a company and its people to innovate faster, smarter, and more collaboratively.
By Jenn Schlegel
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Rimac Technology: Winning the ultimate car battery race?

Rimac Technology: Winning the ultimate car battery race?

October 21, 2025
Take the Bugatti Tourbillon as an example of engineering excellence and the ideal car battery. Working from its battery and e-powertrain know-how, the Rimac Technology team close collaborated with Bugatti Rimac's engineering teams to design a power-packed 800V hybrid system that seamlessly integrated with the Tourbillon’s whopping 8.3-liter V16 engine.
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The story of a powerful partnership: Extreme H, GeoPura and Siemens

The story of a powerful partnership: Extreme H, GeoPura and Siemens

September 22, 2025
Extreme H is ready to put green hydrogen on the clean energy map thanks to their partnership with industry experts from GeoPura and Siemens. This is the story of how they are pioneering a future filled with more sustainable motorsports.
By Jenn Schlegel
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Up to 3 times less energy: clean-tech coffee roaster innovators CEE and Ray & Jules present the sunny kind of coffee

Up to 3 times less energy: clean-tech coffee roaster innovators CEE and Ray & Jules present the sunny kind of coffee

March 12, 2025
Thanks to Ray & Jules, CEE can show the big players that their breakthrough innovation works. The CEE engineers proposed an out-of-the-box alternative to the traditional roaster thanks to some help from Siemens Xcelerator software tools.
By Jenn Schlegel
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Foils, foils and more foils

Foils, foils and more foils

November 15, 2024
45,000 km or 24,300 nautical miles. Every four years. Around-the-world. Many flying on foils to the most remote corners of the oceans. Solo-sailing, non-stop, no-assistance in an 18.288m or 60-foot IMOCA-class boat. This is the Vendée Globe.
By Jenn Schlegel
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The daunting task of Big Data management

The daunting task of Big Data management

October 15, 2024
Big Data is a big deal. This is why Siemens is pleased to be part of the DOME 4.0 project, which offers unique opportunities to provide value to different sectors and instigate a wider market impact and stakeholder adoption. This makes DOME 4.0 not only a marketplace, but foremost a platform to reach users, engage new stakeholders and explore new business models.
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SEAir: The magic of the moment

SEAir: The magic of the moment

September 18, 2024
Developing foils for their semi-rigid boat; to accelerate the rate of design and production they replaced freeware & excel spreadsheets with Simcenter solutions.
By Jenn Schlegel
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Romanian space startup OX Origin can count on Simcenter and other Siemens Xcelerator tools thanks to the Siemens Startup Program

Romanian space startup OX Origin can count on Simcenter and other Siemens Xcelerator tools thanks to the Siemens Startup Program

April 22, 2024
Scrolling through LinkedIn one evening, Ilie Ciobanu saw a post fly by for the Siemens Startup Program, part of the...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Formula One goes Down-Under this weekend

Formula One goes Down-Under this weekend

March 30, 2023
The second Formula One season with the new car design promises even more performance improvements… Well, it is almost April...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Our collective sustainability mindset

Our collective sustainability mindset

January 31, 2023
Discover how Siemens Simcenter's sustainability mindset is helping the aviation industry make Fly Net Zero by 2050 a reality.
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<strong>InMotion student team breaks records with 12-minute charging</strong>

<strong>InMotion student team breaks records with 12-minute charging</strong>

January 24, 2023
Now that is something to celebrate… Today to celebrate the fifth UNESCO International Day of Education, we want to highlight...
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119 years ago Wilbur and Orville Wright made history

119 years ago Wilbur and Orville Wright made history

December 16, 2022
119 years ago this weekend, Wilbur and Orville Wright made history at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. Located on a series...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Teamcenter Easy Plan does what it says

Teamcenter Easy Plan does what it says

December 12, 2022
Teamcenter Easy Plan at BSH Home Appliances We love to hear how Teamcenter and Siemens Xcelerator tools help our customers...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Rembrandt, AI and the incredible pace of digital transformation

Rembrandt, AI and the incredible pace of digital transformation

July 15, 2022
Now, I know, you are thinking: what in the world would Rembrandt have to do with AI? Today, in honor...
By Jenn Schlegel
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It’s the British Grand Prix F1 this weekend…

It’s the British Grand Prix F1 this weekend…

July 1, 2022
Do we have a treat for F1 fans: Inside the world of Scuderia AlphaTauri. A lot of things have changed...
By Jenn Schlegel
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It’s World Oceans Day. Underwater Basil, anyone?

It’s World Oceans Day. Underwater Basil, anyone?

June 7, 2022
Today is World Oceans Day. Why not celebrate with something sustainable from the ocean – like underwater basil. World Oceans...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Industry 5.0 already???

Industry 5.0 already???

January 19, 2022
We spoke to KU Leuven industrial research manager Dr. Bert Pluymers to see what this all means for the future...
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Everyone is abuzz about COP26

Everyone is abuzz about COP26

October 28, 2021
Everyone is abuzz about COP26. And rightfully so. Indeed, pundits and policy makers are calling it the world’s “best last...
By Jenn Schlegel
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An ode to the last days of summer…with Cox Marine, digitalization and the CXO300

An ode to the last days of summer…with Cox Marine, digitalization and the CXO300

September 16, 2021
Before we start talking about Cox Marine, digitalization and the CXO300, let’s take a moment for an ode to the...
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How real-world experience with Simcenter and Formula Student racing teams helped two former students land that first job

How real-world experience with Simcenter and Formula Student racing teams helped two former students land that first job

July 8, 2021
It’s been quite the year. And as universities around the world hand out diplomas, we thought we’d wrap up a year of inspirational Simcenter for Academia blogging with some advice straight from the source: recent graduates.
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Where’s the real digital twin action?

Where’s the real digital twin action?

July 6, 2021
Lightweight gears for a greener tomorrow
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The absolute relevance of teaching testing basics in the world of simulation

The absolute relevance of teaching testing basics in the world of simulation

June 17, 2021
We can’t let the next generation forget about the importance of testing.. learn more
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Happy World Oceans Day

Happy World Oceans Day

June 7, 2021
Happy World Oceans Day! To celebrate, I thought I would share a little marine industry story about how two engineers used some of our software to help design better performing moon pools.
By Jenn Schlegel
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Teaching CAE 3D simulation with Simcenter

Teaching CAE 3D simulation with Simcenter

May 27, 2021
From South Dakota to New Delhi to Xiangyang, China to Leuven, Belgium Advice and ideas on teaching 3D CAE simulation with Simcenter
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International Women’s Day – Caroline Veys

International Women’s Day – Caroline Veys

March 7, 2021
Celebrating International Women's Day, we talk to Caroline Veys, Batchelor of Electromechanical Engineering.
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International Women’s Day – Emanuela Troncone

International Women’s Day – Emanuela Troncone

March 7, 2021
Celebrating International Women's Day, we talk to our Simcenter heroes. Meet Emanuela Troncone, Senior Application Support Engineer.
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International Women’s Day – Anusha Gurrapu

International Women’s Day – Anusha Gurrapu

March 7, 2021
"Why is she always asking me whether I want to marry an engineer or a doctor? Why can’t I be an engineer or a doctor?” Meet Anusha Garrupu!
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Something to celebrate! It’s International Women’s Day

Something to celebrate! It’s International Women’s Day

March 7, 2021
Celebrate International Women's Day 2021 by meeting 5 fantastic women who are part of the Simcenter family.
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International Women’s Day – Elspeth Mosedale

International Women’s Day – Elspeth Mosedale

March 7, 2021
Celebrating International Women's Day, we are chatting with a few of our female Simcenter heroes. Meet Elspeth Mosedale, STS Marketing Manager.
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International Women’s Day – Amy Markham

International Women’s Day – Amy Markham

March 7, 2021
To celebrate International Women's Day, meet some of our Simcenter Heroes. Read more about Amy Markham, our talented intern.
By Jenn Schlegel
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Vendée Globe: A digital twist?

Vendée Globe: A digital twist?

February 4, 2021
Around the world in 80 days: the real Vendée Globe goes virtual to the delight of confined sailors around the...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Simcenter electromagnetics and the Hovercraft?

Simcenter electromagnetics and the Hovercraft?

December 8, 2020
I know what you are thinking, “What in the world do Simcenter electromagnetics and the Hovercraft have in common?” First...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Sneak preview: Electromagnetic simulation as an energy resource…but not how you might think.

Sneak preview: Electromagnetic simulation as an energy resource…but not how you might think.

October 21, 2020
A red-carpet premiere video about electromagnetic simulation Everyone seems to be blogging about Back to the Future today. So I...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Digital Twins and Digitalization are trending this event season.

Digital Twins and Digitalization are trending this event season.

October 16, 2020
Just because events like REALIZE Live Europe are digital destinations this year doesn't mean you shouldn't have the dates blocked in your agenda. REALIZE Live Europe is going online November 3-4, 2020.
By Jenn Schlegel
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Lazer Helmets pushes the limits of helmet design with digital twins

Lazer Helmets pushes the limits of helmet design with digital twins

July 24, 2020
Motorcycle helmet design usually doesn’t pop to mind when you are talking about digital twins. But then, you haven’t met...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Can this little turbo-expander help save the planet?

Can this little turbo-expander help save the planet?

June 16, 2020
A small British start-up uses cutting-edge engineering in air cycle refrigeration to improve engine efficiency Unlike most start-ups, Chris Whelan...
By Jenn Schlegel
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China is back to business with Simcenter 3D Electromagnetics

China is back to business with Simcenter 3D Electromagnetics

April 1, 2020
Good news from a customer in China (and an opportunity to brush up on your electromagnetics) Like many families in...
By Jenn Schlegel
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The 2020 Geneva International Motor Show is cancelled. But don’t worry — just like Simcenter — there is a digital twin!

The 2020 Geneva International Motor Show is cancelled. But don’t worry — just like Simcenter — there is a digital twin!

March 4, 2020
As some of you know, I am a big fan of the Geneva International Motor Show or GIMS for short....
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A short tale of a digital twin, a simple Simcenter SCADAS and the secrets of violins…

A short tale of a digital twin, a simple Simcenter SCADAS and the secrets of violins…

December 2, 2019
How Simcenter helps reveal the data behind the sound through digital twin I must admit: the Simcenter™ portfolio can take...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Hannover Messe 2019 Sneak Peak #2

Hannover Messe 2019 Sneak Peak #2

April 1, 2019
Hannover Messe started today and since Sweden is the partner country this year, why not share another Swedish story we’re working on at the moment? (This one is completely different than the Zbee, by...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Hannover Messe 2019 Sneak Peak #1

Hannover Messe 2019 Sneak Peak #1

March 27, 2019
Hannover Messe starts April 1 and Sweden is the partner country this year. For the diligent readers amongst you, you probably noticed in my last blog that we just got back from Lerum, Swede...
By Jenn Schlegel
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The 2019 Reality Check: Autonomous Driving

The 2019 Reality Check: Autonomous Driving

March 11, 2019
We are just back from Lerum, Sweden and, no, we didn’t see any moose. (You’ll hear more about the Swedish trip later.) But seriously, you are probably wondering why the moose? Well actually, a moose ...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Simcenter in the AGCO Picture

Simcenter in the AGCO Picture

March 1, 2019
With its global footprint, AGCO has pursued a design-anywhere, build-anywhere strategy in tandem with a platform product architecture. Founded in 1990, AGCO has grown dramatically through a series of...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Is this the electric vehicle that we’ve all been waiting for?

Is this the electric vehicle that we’ve all been waiting for?

November 22, 2018
Uniti One is an EV that just makes more sense. I have to confess: I have caught the Uniti fever. It all started last April when Werner Custers and I shot a little movie at the Uniti headquart...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Who’s winning the match?

Who’s winning the match?

June 28, 2018
Even though practically everyone on the planet is watching the beautiful game (definitely the case here in Belgium where The Red Devils are sizzling hot), we thought we’d throw in a bit of a treat fo...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Missed the International Geneva Motor Show this year?

Missed the International Geneva Motor Show this year?

March 26, 2018
I promised you more coverage of the International Geneva Motor Show in my International Woman’s Day blog, remember? Well, I am happy to report that the 88 th edition of the International Geneva...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Simcenter celebrates International Women’s Day

Simcenter celebrates International Women’s Day

March 8, 2018
As you probably can guess, Simcenter is all about engineering innovation. And like many related industries, there are more men than women in the engineering, management, development and tech jobs. So...
By Jenn Schlegel
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The perfect cure for the winter blues…

The perfect cure for the winter blues…

March 1, 2018
Behind the scenes at Princess Yachts in Plymouth, UK   While the winter wind continues to whip outside my office window, I find myself dreaming of balmier times: like this August, when we go...
By Jenn Schlegel
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The E-Fan X: E-aviation is about to happen and sooner than you think

The E-Fan X: E-aviation is about to happen and sooner than you think

December 8, 2017
    Pretty much everyone in the aviation industry knows that planes need to get quieter, more efficient and less reliant on fossil fuels. But how do you do this when the current ...
By Jenn Schlegel
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SpaceX’s Hyperloop Competition 2 – Chat with the winning team

SpaceX’s Hyperloop Competition 2 – Chat with the winning team

August 29, 2017
Badgerloop wins back-to-back Innovation Awards SpaceX’s Hyperloop Competition 2 happened in Hawthorne, California over the weekend and we talked to one of the leading teams, the Badgerloop from Uni...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Making history with the Siemens eAircraft project at Le Bourget

Making history with the Siemens eAircraft project at Le Bourget

July 3, 2017
“Le Bourget” as the French call the Paris International Air Show is one of the grand dames of the European air show circuit. The world’s oldest, it started in 1909 as an exhibit dedicated to “aerial ...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Presenting Simcenter News

Presenting Simcenter News

May 2, 2017
Simcenter News #1 Dedicated to the global automotive industry   This weekend in the grocery story parking lot, I happened upon a beautiful mustard-orange original Fiat 500, driven by a...
By Jenn Schlegel
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More than Hype: the Hyperloop is happening!

More than Hype: the Hyperloop is happening!

March 14, 2017
Dirk Ahlborn speaking at TNW Amsterdam A while back, I attended the TNW conference in Amsterdam. It is basically tech-heaven for anyone and everyone who likes to skate on the edge of innovation. ...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Brembo braking systems or how I put a little Le Mans in my drive to work…

Brembo braking systems or how I put a little Le Mans in my drive to work…

July 21, 2016
Brembo braking systems or how I put a little Le Mans in my drive to work…   I was driving into the office today and racking my brains about this post. Brembo is one of those behind-the-scene...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Siemens LMS News – The engineering publication about simulation and testing solutions

Siemens LMS News – The engineering publication about simulation and testing solutions

June 2, 2016
Like you, we know that the world of engineering is pretty darn exciting and that our customers make some amazing machines. But the process of getting there is complex, highly detailed and honestly, n...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Going green is harder than it seems

Going green is harder than it seems

May 2, 2016
A while back, I wrote about my love of VWs and whether or not I would buy another one. I finished the article pondering a Tesla or an Audi. Well, I know exactly which Audi I want, but the emission fi...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Sneak preview: New application software announced for LMS Soundbrush

Sneak preview: New application software announced for LMS Soundbrush

April 1, 2016
  Even better acoustic troubleshooting and sound source localization with new, easy-to-use app. As most of you know already, LMS Soundbrush is the only 3D, real-time testing solution that co...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Call for Participation Now Open for #PLMConx

Call for Participation Now Open for #PLMConx

March 15, 2016
Siemens PLM Connection Americas, hosted by PLM World, is the largest conference of its kind. This annual event features 7 connections with tracks ranging from one to four days. Siemens PLM Connecti...
By Jenn Schlegel
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A VW fan muses on the impact of the scandal

A VW fan muses on the impact of the scandal

March 11, 2016
I just got the letter today. My beloved VW Golf BlueMotion station wagon has to go for the software fix. I have to admit I am a bit disappointed in VW and not really looking forward to another thing ...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Live from the Geneva International Motor Show

Live from the Geneva International Motor Show

March 3, 2016
Well, the Geneva International Motor Show opens this weekend. And, bragging rights aside, I got a chance to go behind the scenes during the press days. This, of course, is pretty fun because: &nbsp...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Kverneland engineers designing durable agriculture equipment

Kverneland engineers designing durable agriculture equipment

January 19, 2016
Growing up in Wisconsin, a state in the USA known pretty much for cheese and farming (and the Green Bay Packers, but then we would be completely off topic), well, I thought I knew all the brands of t...
By Jenn Schlegel
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The incredible shrinking time-to-market of Airbus Helicopter

The incredible shrinking time-to-market of Airbus Helicopter

November 3, 2015
It is always amazing to watch development times shrink. What used to take years in the automotive industry now takes months and companies like Apple with their hyperspeed innovation and highly succes...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Mega-mining trucks made easy

Mega-mining trucks made easy

October 26, 2015
This story is a classic and for many reasons. One reason is just the pure engineering brilliance behind designing something like Liebherr’s T 282 C. As an engineer, you have to create something incre...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Picanol: weaving wonders with LMS Samtech Samcef

Picanol: weaving wonders with LMS Samtech Samcef

September 24, 2015
Most of you probably don’t know Picanol off the top of your head. (I just happen to be familiar with the company because I live in Belgium, where flax production, linen and the weaving industry ...
By Jenn Schlegel
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André and Armand would have liked Simcenter system simulation solutions

André and Armand would have liked Simcenter system simulation solutions

September 11, 2015
A lot has changed since André Citroën and Armand Peugeot started making cars in 1919 and 1889 respectively. The car was still a concept when Armand Peugeot made four (!!!!) three-wheeled, steam-power...
By Jenn Schlegel
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Engineering that famous green and yellow quality? The secret is simulation at John Deere

Engineering that famous green and yellow quality? The secret is simulation at John Deere

September 4, 2015
There is something about a John Deere tractor. It certainly has personality. Maybe it is the familiar green color with those catchy yellow rims that make it instantly recognizable? Maybe you cut the ...
By Jenn Schlegel
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