The latest news from Simcenter Physical Testing
Are you looking to supercharge your product development and testing processes? Look no further than Simcenter Physical Testing. This cutting-edge platform is your gateway to faster, more efficient, and more insightful testing that can give you a competitive edge.
In this blog, you’ll discover the latest news from Simcenter Physical Testing that are transforming the way engineers approach testing. From intelligent data analytics to seamless integration with your existing workflows, Simcenter is empowering teams to accelerate their testing programs and bring better products to market, quicker.
Check back regularly as we continuously update this blog with the freshest Simcenter Physical Testing news, tips, and insights. Get ready to take your testing to new heights and drive innovation forward like never before. Let’s dive in!
The latest content and what’s coming
Historical overview
- April 2025
- March 2025
- February 2025
- January 2025
- December 2024
- November 2024
- October 2024
- September 2024
May 2025
May has been an exciting month focused on advancing the integration of testing and simulation, with AI playing an increasingly vital role across both areas. Simcenter, together with industry leaders like Altair, is at the forefront of delivering comprehensive engineering insights by seamlessly combining testing, simulation, and AI-driven solutions. From innovations in automotive testing to exploring AI-powered workflows that connect virtual and physical testing, we continue to push the boundaries of engineering excellence.
🚀 Events update
May was packed with travel and key industry events where the fusion of testing, simulation, and AI-powered solutions took center stage. Here’s a quick recap of our latest activities and insights:
Automotive Testing Expo 2025 – A recap
The Automotive Testing Expo Europe 2025 highlighted how combining testing and simulation accelerates vehicle validation. Simcenter demonstrated how integrated test and simulation workflows, enhanced by AI, help engineers reduce validation time and improve accuracy.
SAE Noise and Vibration Conference 2025
In Grand Rapids, NVH engineers gathered to address the acoustic and vibration challenges of next-generation vehicles. As electrification, lightweight materials, and sustainability reshape vehicle design, NVH teams must adapt quickly. Emerging mobility trends are introducing new complexities, and AI-driven solutions that bridge test and simulation are becoming essential. At the SAE NVH Conference 2025, we showcased how integrated approaches are transforming noise and vibration engineering for the future.
NAFEMS World Congress 2025 – Key takeaways
Salzburg hosted one of the most important events in the simulation world this month: NAFEMS World Congress 2025. But this year’s congress made one thing very clear: simulation doesn’t stand alone anymore.
AI + Test + Simulation = Smarter Engineering
Across presentations, AI was a consistent theme. Not as a buzzword, but as a real enabler for integration. And the relationship between simulation and physical testing is evolving fast:
- AI as a cornerstone for integrated solutions:
AI is becoming essential for test and simulation, enabling more accurate and efficient optimization. - Simulation for testing purpose:
Simulation is increasingly used to design, plan, and complement physical tests. By integrating real-world behavior conditions from measurements, simulation helps optimize test strategies, reduce risks, and enhance overall test efficiency. - Test for simulation purpose:
Physical testing provides invaluable data that validates and calibrates simulation models, ensuring their accuracy and robustness. This synergy strengthens confidence in virtual results and enables more reliable engineering decisions.
In Session 3E (NVH), Siemens presented:
“Integrated Testing and Simulation to Optimize and Streamline Development of Electric Drive Systems.”
This session demonstrated how combining real test data with simulation models accelerates validation, reduces development cycles, and improves system reliability, especially for electric drivetrains. The presentation emphasized a hybrid development strategy that meets demanding performance and compliance targets through tighter integration of disciplines.
Beyond the sessions, the exhibition showcased cutting-edge solutions from across the industry with key players like Siemens, Altair, and others sharing early previews of upcoming capabilities. Networking opportunities, panel discussions, and vendor “inside track” briefings highlighted the growing need for collaborative, multi-disciplinary engineering.
🏆 Success story: Faster thermal testing and smarter PCB design with Simcenter Micred
KeenusDesign boosts thermal testing with Siemens Simcenter Micred
KeenusDesign, a Japanese expert in temperature control devices, has upgraded its thermal testing using Siemens’ Simcenter Micred hardware. This allows faster, non-destructive testing that meets key industry standards like JEDEC, JESD51, AEC, and AQG.
Custom test jigs now enable reliable testing from -55°C to 250°C. KeenusDesign also offers thermal testing services for clients with Simcenter Micred solutions, helping them ensure thermal reliability in high-performance electronics, especially in demanding sectors like automotive.
💡Knowledge articles – Test smarter, not harder
Streamlining structural excitation: The Simcenter Qsources Thumper Shaker setup
A new support article highlights how to simplify and optimize structural excitation setups using the Simcenter Qsources Thumper Shaker. This modular and highly efficient setup helps users apply force excitation with improved repeatability, safety, and ease of use — especially valuable in challenging testing environments or when consistent mounting and alignment are critical.
The article provides practical tips on configuring the system using: The Simcenter Qsources Modal Shaker (Q-TMP)
By offering a plug-and-play configuration, the setup reduces preparation time and ensures robust data collection for structural dynamics testing, modal analysis, and experimental validation tasks. It’s a great example of how Simcenter tools continue to enhance productivity and accuracy in physical testing.
🔎 Final thoughts
May 2025 showed us that the future of engineering lies in integration — of data, disciplines, and domains. As simulation and testing grow ever closer, and AI plays an increasingly central role, Simcenter continues to lead the charge with technologies that bridge gaps and accelerate innovation.
Thanks for following along — and stay tuned for more next month as we gear up for even more breakthroughs in Simcenter Physical Testing.
What’s next, stay connected
As we look ahead to the future of Simcenter Physical Testing, I’m excited to share our commitment to continuous improvement and innovation. The Simcenter team has been hard at work, incorporating feedback from our valued user community to ensure we’re delivering the capabilities you need to stay ahead of the curve.
Our focus remains on empowering you to tackle your toughest testing challenges with confidence. Whether it’s data processing, streamlining data management, automating repetitive tasks, or unlocking new simulation capabilities, the Simcenter team is dedicated to delivering innovations that will transform the way you approach product validation.
In the coming months, look for more updates on the specific features and improvements coming in our Simcenter Physical Testing products. We’ll be sure to share these details as soon as we’re able, so you can start planning for the exciting changes ahead.
In the meantime, I encourage you to continue providing your valuable feedback through our user community forum, beta programs, other channels or even via my Linkedin page. Your input is instrumental in shaping the future direction of Simcenter Physical Testing, and we’re committed to maintaining an open dialogue with our user community.
Previous content
April 2025
Blogs spotlight – Road roughness & durability test
Road roughness: Your guide to durability
Durability engineers, this one’s for you! Dive into a comprehensive guide exploring how different road profiles impact structural fatigue. From measurement methods to their simulation with Simcenter tools, this post equips you to enhance product reliability and meet real-world performance demands.
Video – Watch and learn
Four steps to: Register for Support Center
Need help getting started with Simcenter resources? This quick tutorial walks you through the registration process for Siemens Support Center, making it easier to access software downloads, knowledge articles, community forums, and more.
Reverberation T60 times in Simcenter Testlab
Learn how to measure and interpret T60 reverberation times using Simcenter Testlab. This video explains how to use this acoustic parameter in sound testing and room characterization workflows, particularly valuable in building acoustics and product sound quality analysis.
Simcenter Testlab Neo: Interactive analysis
Dive into the interactive analysis capabilities of Simcenter Testlab Neo. This demonstration highlights the intuitive user interface, real-time data visualization, and advanced processing tools that empower engineers to extract insights from complex measurements with ease.
Knowledge articles – Test smarter, not harder
Simcenter SCADAS RS in harsh conditions
Learn how to ensure robust data acquisition under extreme conditions—from field tests to factory floors.
Enhance communication across engineering teams by learning how to describe and evaluate sound attributes in testing scenarios.
Magazine – Driving NVH data innovation – Featured in the ASAM solution guide
Ready for openness: Managing NVH test data
We’re proud to share that Siemens is featured in the ASAM Solution Guide – April 2025 edition (pg. 34), where we outline a collaborative and forward-thinking approach to managing Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) test data.
As product complexity increases and development cycles accelerate, seamless integration between test and simulation teams becomes critical. The article showcases how Siemens’ Simcenter solutions—including Simcenter Testlab and Simcenter SCADAS—are helping teams tackle these challenges through standardized, open systems built on ASAM ODS (Open Data Services).
By adopting an open, standardized architecture:
- Teams achieve greater data traceability across the entire development process.
- Handoffs between departments become more fluid and efficient.
- Integration between test and simulation workflows is smarter and more robust.
The result? Better decision-making, reduced rework, and accelerated innovation.
March 2025
Blogs – News that matters to you
Heading to Automotive Testing Expo 2025? Let’s meet! – We’re excited to connect with you at the Automotive Testing Expo 2025. Come see how Simcenter is shaping the future of physical testing and digital twins.
Smarter structural dynamics testing with AI assistance – Speed up your structural dynamics testing with the new AI-assisted workflow in Simcenter Testlab Neo. Our latest blog explains how you can boost productivity without compromising precision.
Training AI for NVH applications – Where do you start? – Thinking about implementing AI for NVH analysis? Learn how to collect and prepare the right data to train robust and reliable AI models.
Say goodbye to spurious peaks in FRFs – Discover a unique technique to smooth measured Frequency Response Functions (FRFs) and improve Frequency-Based Substructuring results.
Product fact sheet
Lifetime support for Simcenter SCADAS – Your testing hardware deserves long-term confidence. Check out the latest fact sheet highlighting lifetime support options.
Videos – watch and learn
HOW TO measure FRFs for predicting road noise using virtual prototypes: Discover the cutting-edge Simcenter technology behind frequency-based substructuring in this latest video!
Knowledge articles – tips for better results
- Compare mode shapes and FRFs with Nastran and Test – Validating simulation with test data requires careful comparison of mode shapes and Frequency Response Functions (FRFs). This article outlines best practices for aligning coordinate systems, matching excitation conditions, and using correlation metrics to ensure consistency between test and simulation. Achieving a strong match builds confidence in both your physical and virtual models.
- Download: Simcenter Testlab recording workbook – Efficient data recording starts with a well-structured plan. The Simcenter Testlab Recording Workbook helps organize sensor locations, channel configurations, and metadata ahead of time. This improves setup efficiency, reduces risk of error, and ensures clean, complete data collection for downstream analysis.
- Quick start guide to Simcenter SCADAS RS hardware – New to Simcenter SCADAS RS? This quick start guide walks you through initial setup, hardware connections, and key configuration steps. From powering up to connecting sensors, it’s designed to get you testing fast while ensuring your system is configured for accurate, reliable measurements
- Intro to Simcenter Anovis software – Simcenter Anovis simplifies end-of-line acoustic and vibration testing for production environments. Learn how it combines signal processing, pass/fail criteria, and database connectivity into a streamlined workflow. This introduction highlights key features that enable fast, automated quality control in real-world manufacturing conditions.
- Vibration shaker table testing tips – Vibration shaker table testing requires a thorough understanding of the system’s capabilities, proper table setup, and effective load distribution. Environmental factors must be carefully considered to ensure accurate results. Prioritizing reliable data acquisition, regular shaker maintenance, and safety measures is essential for achieving successful and safe testing outcomes
- Measuring RPM with tachometers on Simcenter SCADAS RS – Accurate RPM measurement is critical for many rotating machinery tests. This article provides guidance on configuring tachometer inputs, minimizing electrical noise, and maintaining signal clarity. Learn how to leverage Simcenter SCADAS RS tools to extract and process RPM data effectively for dynamic measurements.
New software release
- The latest Simcenter SCADAS RS Firmware 2406.0002 is now available. Get performance improvements and enhanced stability.
February 2025
Blogs – news that matters to you
- Simcenter physical testing resource overview: Discover the full range of Simcenter Physical Testing resources available.
- SimRod experience: Synthesize vibration profiles and create accelerated shaker tests: Learn how SimRod, our high-performance electric vehicle demonstrator, helps engineers synthesize vibration profiles and develop accelerated shaker tests.
- From noisy ship cabins to restful nights: tackling noise and vibrations for smoother sailing: Explore how Simcenter solutions help reduce noise and vibration in ship cabins.
On-demand webinars – see what’s possible
- Realistic EV battery vibration testing: Learn how to ensure battery reliability and longevity through accurate and efficient testing methodologies.
- Free on-demand webinars for testing communities (Updated): Access a library of free on-demand webinars tailored for the testing community.
Knowledge articles – tips for better results
- Vibration Control Seminar
- Simcenter SCADAS XS Standalone Recording
- Simcenter SCADAS Recorder Standalone Mode
New software releases (2406.0002)
January 2025
Blogs – news that matters to you
- The end of physical prototype testing?: Looking back at the Component-based Transfer Path Analysis and Virtual Prototyping masterclass series.
- Why ‘battery vibration test’ is the name of the game?: Get the nitty-gritty on how to set battery vibration tests to ensure proper durability testing and secure integration into the vehicle.
- Siemens at IMAC 2025: Siemens showcased cutting-edge advancements in structural dynamics, including multi-hammer impact testing, Smart Hit Selection, and advanced modal testing.
Your success stories – Simcenter in action
- MAHLE: Using advanced testing solutions to streamline e-bike drivetrain NVH analysis
Knowledge articles – tips for better results
December 2024
Blogs – news that matters to you
- Simcenter Testlab during the holiday period: Streamline and expedite your data collection and processing workflow in extreme holly-jolly environments.
- Simcenter Testlab Neo impact testing gets even smarter: Now with AI-assisted smart hit selection, you can run more comprehensive impact tests with ease.
- Improved Thermal Testing: Enhance your electronic systems’ reliability with advanced thermal testing and characterization solutions, ensuring efficient heat management and better performance.
- Dynamic environmental testing: Ensuring reliability for space hardware.
Knowledge articles – tips for better results
- Simcenter Testlab Modal validation
- Thermal Testing for Electronics Semiconductors
- Theta JC Measurements Steady State Compared to Transient Methods
- Preventing Critical Semiconductor Thermal Failure
- Semiconductor package thermal quality assurance
- Simcenter POWERTESTER 2400A – Demonstration Video
- What is a Structure Function?
New software releases (2406.0002)
November 2024
New or updated E-books – Solution Guides
- Simcenter Physical Testing: Test faster, smarter and earlier in development.
Knowledge articles – tips for better results
- Cepstrum in Simcenter Testlab
- Introduction to Simcenter Testlab Sound Designer
- Cepstrum Analysis Simcenter Testlab Neo Mission Synthesis
- Simcenter Testlab Transfer Path Analysis (2406) – C-TPA in Testlab
New software releases (2406.0001)
October 2024
Blogs – news that matters to you
- Simcenter SCADAS RS & Testlab Workflow Automation: Accelerate and automate your in-field data collection process.
- Controlling nonlinear dynamic mount stiffness: Latest insights and technologies.
- ISMA 2024: Celebrating the roaring success of noise and vibration innovation.
- Heavy equipment durability testing: Living on the edge!
Knowledge articles – tips for better results
September 2024
Blogs – news that matters to you
- NVH Signature Testing Joins Simcenter Testlab Neo: We’ve expanded Simcenter Testlab Neo’s capabilities with NVH Signature Testing, providing greater insight into noise, vibration, and harshness data.
- Time-Domain Loads in Virtual Prototype Assembly and NVH Simulator: Simulate time-domain loads with the latest updates to TPA and NVH Simulator for more accurate predictions and testing.
- Predicting Component Lifecycles with Mission Synthesis: Leverage Mission Synthesis to predict the lifecycle of components, ensuring long-term reliability and performance.
- Unmatched Simcenter SCADAS RS Capabilities: Get the most advanced offerings from Simcenter SCADAS RS with this latest release, pushing the boundaries of test and measurement.
- Smarter Data Storage: Manage your data more efficiently with enhanced storage solutions, making data handling and retrieval easier than ever.
