Advanced Seminars

Seminar A - Structural Mechanics: Advanced Topics 

The following topics are covered:

• Becoming familiar with Abaqus solvers and to gain the latest performance kicks 
  Solver technology is a core component of every finite element method software. Over the past few years, we have developed new solvers in Abaqus, enabled SMP, DMP or hybrid parallelization and allowed to include GPU in many procedures. Due to the many implementations, it was often difficult to maintain an overview. This seminar is intended to develop an understanding of how to select the best possible solver for a given model. The advantages and disadvantages of the solvers should be highlighted. The seminar demonstrates parallelization capabilities. We will present performance studies of selected large-scale models. Proper employment of the right solver including the setting ensures accurate, efficient and scalable solutions tailored to different model characteristics.
     
• Advanced Plastic injection molding on 3DEXPERIENCE platform
  This training session explains an advanced workflow for simulating plastic injection molding on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. The injection molding process is described in terms of the filling, packing and cooling phases, showing how manufacturing conditions influence the final behavior of the plastic part. Special attention is paid to the transfer of the process-related properties such as fiber orientations and weld lines to subsequent structural simulations. The training also covers the calibration of a suitable material model for fiber reinforced plastics using the 3DEXPERIENCE Material Calibration App. By combining calibrated material data with the results of the process simulation, a more realistic representation of the structural performance of plastic parts can be achieved.

Seminar B - Electromagnetics: Advanced Topics

Step into the next level of electromagnetic simulation. This advanced customer workshop is designed for users who want to expand their capabilities with new workflows, advanced Python-based post-processing, and powerful multiphysics optimization.

Through industrial examples, live demonstrations, and best-practice workflows, our experts will show you how to work smarter, simulate faster, and gain deeper insight into complex EM problems.

What you’ll learn

• EMC Virtual Reverberation Chamber Workflow
  Get an in-depth overview of the new virtual reverberation chamber methodology and see how it can be applied in practice for radiated immunity simulations within CST Studio Suite.
    
• CST Studio Interference Task
  Discover how the CST Interference Task enables system-level simulation of RF interference and receiver de-sense. Learn to analyze both inter-system and intra-system coupling, quickly identify potential interference risks at a glance, and efficiently evaluate different scenarios and mitigation strategies thanks to its seamless integration within CST Studio Suite.
    
• E-Machine Simulation with MANATEE
  Discover how MANATEE enables rapid evaluation and optimization of electric machine designs, helping you assess performance efficiently and make confident design decisions earlier in the process.
    
• Python automatic Template-Based Post-Processing
  Unlock the power of Python-driven post-processing. Learn how to move from a simple script to a fully reusable, template-based workflow that streamlines analysis and boosts productivity.

Seminar C - Fluid Dynamics: Advanced Topics

This advanced seminar focuses on new solver technologies in PowerFLOW, accelerating workflows, and multiphysics demonstrations using the SIMULIA Fluids role on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. You will see industrial examples, as well as in-depth workflows and best practices.

• PowerFLOW Native Thermal Solver
  Overview, detailed workflows, and turnaround time (TAT), with examples including brake cooling, brake duty cycles, thermal protection, battery cooling, and more.
    
• Multi-species and multi-phase PowerFLOW simulations
  This section focuses on advanced physics setups such as particle modeling, multi-species, and multiphase flows. It covers workflows relevant to automotive and aerospace regulations, as well as other industries.
    
• Process automation for  Aerodynamics & Aeroacouctics workflows on 3DEXPERIENCE cloud
  This section covers an end-to-end automotive workflow, demonstrating model build, scenario creation, simulation, and results review, as well as process automation for HVAC, exhaust, and fan noise simulations.
    
• Multiphysics applications
  Demonstrations of fluid-structure interaction (FSI) workflow and MODSIM workflow on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.

Seminar D - Multibody System Simulation: Advanced Topics

This advanced seminar focuses on powertrain & drivetrain applications for SIMULIA Simpack. These span a broad range of industries, including, but not limited to, automotive, wind energy and general machinery.

• Drivetrain model setup
  In the first part it will be demonstrated how to set up a typical drivetrain model in Simpack. Best practises, common pitfalls and the most important force elements used to model gear pairs and rolling bearings will be discussed. Also some drivetrain related new features of recent Simpack releases will be presented.
    
• EHD
  Simpack's Elasto Hydrodynamic Bearing module (EHD) can be used for a large variety of conformal contacts including radial & axial journal bearings and lubricated, axial guidances. Following a deep dive into the theory, the setup of an EHD element in Simpack will be shown. Also, tips & tricks how to tweak performance & accuracy will be discussed.
    
• e-Drive
  Electromagnetic forces from e-machines have a large influence on powertrain dynamics, especially for NVH. These distributed and time dependent forces can be considered using the Electric Machine Interface of Simpack. It will be shown how to set up the interface and how to include additional effects using the coupling with CST Studio.
    
• Scripting
  The Simpack scripting API based on Node.js is also beneficial for drivetrain applications, automating model setup, simulations and post processing tasks. Some practical examples will be shown how scripting can be integrated in an analysis workflow.

Please use the registration form if you are interest and will attend. The costs for the seminars are 100,-€ and 75,-€ for members of academic departments.  
Note: Seats in the seminars are limited, book early!

Note: All seminars will take place in the DS Office, Bad Nauheimer Str. 19, 64289 Darmstadt