ESI Launches IC.IDO 10.2

ESI Group, a provider of virtual prototyping software and services, has released the latest version of IC.IDO 10.2. In this new version, ESI has strengthened its solution with the new modules IDO.SolidMechanics and IDO.Elastic, while significantly improving pre-existing modules.

In IC.IDO 10.2, IDO.SolidMechanics enables the simulation of the dynamic behavior of multiple rigid components, simultaneously. With realistic spatial depiction of virtual products and the possibility to interact directly with them, operations such as assembly and joining sequences can now be simulated more realistically, ESI states. Production or service specialists can be involved more efficiently in reviewing realistic virtual models, right from the conception phase.

The IDO.Elastic module extends IDO.SolidMechanics with simulation of 1D elastic components, including cables and hoses. Based on IDO.SolidMechanics’ solver, IDO.Elastic predicts in real-time the dynamic behavior of individual flexibles, as well as complete wire harnesses and full cable branches. The module enables users to realistically simulate operations and assembly & disassembly processes.

The software is also available in desktop version, helping integration into a CAVE/power wall setup.

"The desktop version of IC.IDO enables collaborative work between engineering teams, while significantly reducing hardware cost. Thanks to this high-end DMU (digital mock-up) solution, many issues can be solved immediately at the desktop, while preparing immersive review meetings," said Michael Boc, VR expert at Volkswagen.

For more information, visit ESI Group.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company’s website.