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CD-adapco Updates STAR-CD, es-ice

October 19, 2015 · Enhancements include more robust automatic meshing and post-processing capabilities.

Mentor Automotive Announces Digital Instrument Cluster

October 15, 2015 · The device is built with pre-certified parts and has connectivity for ADAS and smartphones.

Lexus: Making the Original Origami Car

October 9, 2015 · The automaker has created a working model of its IS completely out of cardboard.

Designing with Virtual Reality

September 1, 2015 · MAN and the University of Applied Science Upper Austria use ESI Group’s IC.IDO to efficiently create a truck assembly line.

Ford Wins Altair Enlighten Award

August 12, 2015 · The company received the honor for reducing the weight of its F-150 vehicle by 700 lbs.

Aerodynamic Optimization: Automotive Engineering’s Next Strategic Frontier

July 10, 2015 · To keep up with stricter regulations and requirements, simulation platforms must provide more efficient aerodynamic analysis.

Ford Develops Research Initiatives in Silicon Valley

June 24, 2015 · The company is working on autonomous vehicle technology and smartwatch applications.

Design Council, Warwick Business School Release New Research

June 19, 2015 · The findings state that design is playing an increasing role in the shifting focus of the automotive industry to create user experiences.

Aras Expands Center for Automotive Innovation

June 3, 2015 · The company will be hosting an open house later this month.

Cypress Semiconductor Implements COMSOL App Builder, Server

April 29, 2015 · The company is using the tools to streamline its R&D process for touchscreens.

Peugeot Citroën, IBM Partner for Services

April 22, 2015 · The companies will help develop next-generation technology for smart cars.

Synopsys Releases LucidShape 2.0

April 14, 2015 · This version has expanded visualization capabilities and productivity tools.

Creating the Perfect Part

April 1, 2015 · Seco Tools uses Vero Edgecam to make a gearbox shifter for the Oxford Brookes racing team.

Accelerated System Analysis

April 1, 2015 · Co-simulation between Adams and Marc platforms helps automotive group run simulations 15 times faster than nonlinear FEA.

SABIC Announces Thermoplastic Roof Fairing

March 30, 2015 · The company used computational fluid dynamics to generate the concept.

Innovative Design Inc. Expands Operations

March 13, 2015 · The organization offers engineering services to sectors such as automotive and medical.

Foton Motors India Selects Aras for PLM

March 4, 2015 · The platform will be used for BOM and CAD file management.

Ford Unveils Smart Mobility Plan

March 3, 2015 · The initiative is focused on creating smart, connected cars and bicycles.

Altair Opens Call for Nominations for 2015 Enlighten Award

February 5, 2015 · The deadline for applications is May 29th.

Crash Test Collaboration

February 1, 2015 · The Center for Collision Safety and Analysis helps automotive, aerospace and transportation industries keep current with simulation and testing methods.


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