Aircraft & Airframes

The rocket that refused to behave – The ultimate guide to spider element automation for rocket and aerospace structures

February 4, 2026

How one engineer wrestled misaligned interfaces, unexpected modes, and stubborn joints into submission — with help from Simcenter 3D The…

By Jonathan Melvin and Mark Lamping

6 MIN READ

Simcenter Physical Testing: Valuable monthly archive older than 12 months

January 22, 2026

This newspaper archive provides access to Simcenter Physical Testing blog articles overview published prior to the most recent 12 months….

By Mathieu Sarrazin

3 MIN READ

What’s new in Simcenter Femap 2512

January 14, 2026

Simcenter Femap 2512: elevating simulation Simcenter Femap 2512 brings a suite of powerful enhancements designed to streamline simulation workflows, boost…

By Jonathan Melvin and Mark Sherman

3 MIN READ

Simcenter Nastran 2512: Accelerating engineering innovation with unmatched performance and usability

January 13, 2026

What’s new in Simcenter Nastran 2512 The latest release of Simcenter Nastran delivers a leap forward in simulation speed, usability,…

By Jonathan Melvin and Easwaran Viswanathan

3 MIN READ

Corrdesa – Reducing rust in critical aircraft components

November 4, 2025

Corrdesa uses Simcenter tools to analyze and reduce corrosion in aircraft components. Their Corrosion Djinn® platform helps engineers assess risks on 3D models, saving millions in maintenance for fleets like the U-2 and C-17. It’s a game-changer for aerospace … and beyond.

By Luke Morris

4 MIN READ

Simulation-driven performance analysis of hybrid-electric regional aircraft

October 7, 2025

Siemens and the HERA project are redefining regional air travel with hybrid-electric aircraft. Using simulation-driven design and digital twins, they’ve cut cruise fuel burn by 5% and boosted efficiency, all whilst staying within 3% of real-world performance data. It’s a bold step toward net-zero aviation.

By Fabien Retho, Philippe Barabinot and Stijn Donders

4 MIN READ

Accurate virtual sensing for complex aviation structures

September 15, 2025

Read how to address challenges experienced by aviation structures facing decades of demanding operational conditions. Maintenance is essential and costly. Roberta Cumbo developed advanced methods for estimating structural parameters and loads, alongside optimal sensor placement strategies to reduce instrumentation costs.

By Roberta Cumbo, Daniel De Gregoriis, Abhishek Kumar and Frank Naets

6 MIN READ

Digital twin for green aviation: Pioneering cryogenic hydrogen systems

July 9, 2025

The digital twin for green aviation plays a significant role in supporting the decarbonization, with the European research program Clean…

By Stephane Mouvand

4 MIN READ

At SAE Noise and Vibration Conference and Exhibition 2025: Learn to solve modern NVH testing challenges with Simcenter

May 4, 2025

Visit the Siemens booth at the SAE Noise and Vibration Conference and Exhibition in Grand Rapids, Michigan USA from May 12-15. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to redefine your NVH testing landscape.

By Elena Daniele and Bart Verrecas

2 MIN READ