Hybrid electric vehicles architecture and energy management: hofer powertrain´s revolutionary approach

Hybrid electric vehicles architecture and energy management: hofer powertrain´s revolutionary approach

In the pursuit of more fuel-efficient, higher-performance, and sustainable mobility solutions, hofer powertrain has developed a dedicated methodology to optimize...
From heat to range – energy and thermal management done right

From heat to range – energy and thermal management done right

Regardless of what's under the hood of the car, all vehicles all share a critical need: keeping temperatures "just right." It's like conducting an orchestra where every instrument needs to play at the perfect volume. When it works, it's beautiful. When it doesn't... well, that's when you notice.
PCMs: it’s all about phase shifts and thermal gains

PCMs: it’s all about phase shifts and thermal gains

Phase-change materials (PCMs) are substances that have the remarkable ability to absorb, store, and release large amounts of thermal energy...
Maximizing efficiency: accelerate your simulations with Simcenter Amesim 2410

Maximizing efficiency: accelerate your simulations with Simcenter Amesim 2410

Simcenter Amesim 2410 marks a significant leap forward in simulation efficiency and computational performance, with improvements tailored to address the...
How does a controllable pitch propeller (CPP) work?

How does a controllable pitch propeller (CPP) work?

In this blog, explore the components, operation and simulation results of a controllable pitch propeller system to gain a comprehensive understanding of its engineering.
Boost confidence: simulating electric heavy equipment

Boost confidence: simulating electric heavy equipment

Reassure the buyer their investment is solid by anticipating the efficiency of your electric powered machine
[Hyster Yale] How to convert a conventional lift truck into an electric truck?

[Hyster Yale] How to convert a conventional lift truck into an electric truck?

[Customer Case] Hyster Yale converts a conventional forklift truck into an electrified machine by using simulation to virtually explore all the possibilities
The legendary A-Team of system simulation

The legendary A-Team of system simulation

Remember the A-Team? The iconic 1980s TV show that followed a group of ex-military commandos using their unique skills to...
Enjoy every ride in any climate: your ultimate guide for thermal management in electric cars

Enjoy every ride in any climate: your ultimate guide for thermal management in electric cars

The demand for electric transportation is increasing, and it’s crucial to manage battery pack temperature to enhance the safety, battery...
Unlocking the secrets of hydrogen combustion engines: A fascinating look at system simulation techniques

Unlocking the secrets of hydrogen combustion engines: A fascinating look at system simulation techniques

The impact of greenhouse gases on our environment has been a growing concern over the past few decades. The rise...
The 5 best road trip songs and their route planning simulations

The 5 best road trip songs and their route planning simulations

Who doesn’t enjoy the feeling of ultimate freedom, unlimited time and the beautiful scenery passing by during a road trip...
How the IFP-Drive library helps you explore innovative powertrains

How the IFP-Drive library helps you explore innovative powertrains

One could say that system simulation’s purpose is to get relatively accurate results quickly with little efforts and few input...
Don’t forget to record your GPS data, here is why

Don’t forget to record your GPS data, here is why

How Simcenter Amesim GPS data import helps engineer provide realistic mission profiles for their fuel consumption analysis
The 10 most crazy System Simulations

The 10 most crazy System Simulations

System simulation can do much more than cars, planes or ship’s engineering! Here are ten crazy things you can do with System Simulations.
Inverters: the heart of electric vehicles

Inverters: the heart of electric vehicles

The electric vehicle inverter is an essential organ of the powertrain, yet it is often overlooked compared to batteries or...
If Captain Jack Sparrow used the Simcenter Amesim sea route model

If Captain Jack Sparrow used the Simcenter Amesim sea route model

Ahoy me hearties! Let's go on a treasure hunt. how can Simcenter Amesim help us to plot the best sea route?
Tomorrow’s power, today: optimizing marine engine performance with system simulation

Tomorrow’s power, today: optimizing marine engine performance with system simulation

IMO GHG 2050, ECA, Tier III, Sulphur Cap 2020 … These acronyms are a clear source of headaches for shipyards,...
Sea Fever, an ode to Simcenter Amesim variable sea conditions

Sea Fever, an ode to Simcenter Amesim variable sea conditions

Simcenter Amesim 2020.1 includes a variable sea conditions model to consider dynamic impact of waves, wind and water properties on hull resistance.
Using simulation to build tomorrow’s electrified heavy equipment

Using simulation to build tomorrow’s electrified heavy equipment

The digital twin to develop complex electrified heavy equipment - where today meets tomorrow
Exploring the future of heavy equipment electrification with Simcenter Amesim

Exploring the future of heavy equipment electrification with Simcenter Amesim

We usually consider the heavy equipment industry as conservative from an innovation standpoint. That may be because of its B2B...
Dig where you stand with our new digging force model

Dig where you stand with our new digging force model

My former manager used to say: “dig where you stand” when I was trying to improve the entire company’s processes....
Simcenter Amesim ready to sail the high seas

Simcenter Amesim ready to sail the high seas

Simcenter Amesim has been serving the marine industry for quite a long time. Learn about the latest updates here,
Make your Simcenter Amesim model real-time compatible

Make your Simcenter Amesim model real-time compatible

«A good model is a judicious trade-off between realism and simplicity.” [Anu Maria, Introduction to modeling and simulation]     This statement perfectly highlights the challenge ...
Toyota Corolla: perspectives for the world’s most popular car (Part 2)

Toyota Corolla: perspectives for the world’s most popular car (Part 2)

Few weeks ago, we went through   technological evolutions that led to the success of the Toyota Corolla.   In this   follow-up post, we propose to switch from a retrospective ...
Toyota Corolla: retrospective of the world’s most popular car (Part 1)

Toyota Corolla: retrospective of the world’s most popular car (Part 1)

I recently went through Chris Beves' post about Formula One aerodynamics history and realized that simulation can do much more than predicting the future. Indeed, it's also interesting to l...
Failure mode and effect analysis: don’t solely trust your experts

Failure mode and effect analysis: don’t solely trust your experts

S-FMEAs (System Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and dysfunctional analysis in general are becoming cornerstones of product development when it comes to autonomous vehicles. As an example, fun...
Ready to challenge your traditional engineering with MBSE

Ready to challenge your traditional engineering with MBSE

Many companies have well-defined processes and tools that have been optimized for decades by dedicated resources and throughout specific projects. It’s not obvious to suddenly question those and come...