Mechanical Simulation

04/27/2024

Applied Intuitionが主催する初めてのCarSim User Conferenceのお知らせです！
5月24日14:00-17:00にて、横浜に開催されるJSAE人とくるまのテクノロジー展と並行して、開催されます。
車両シミュレーションの最新トレンド、Applied Intuitionの開発プラットフォームに関するセッションやユーザー様公演を予定しています。また、交流会にて、CarSimユーザーの皆様、業界のリーダーやApplied Intuitionの開発チームとのディスカッションを頂ける機会ですので、是非ご参加ください。

お申し込みはこちら: https://www.appliedintuition.com/ja/events/carsim-user-conference-japan-2024



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Applied Intuition is pleased to announce the first ever CarSim User Conference, held in conjunction with the JSAE Automotive Engineering Exposition in Yokohama on May 24th at 2:00pm - 5:00pm JST.

We invite all CarSim users to take advantage of this opportunity to hear from industry leaders and Applied Intuition's development team, product managers, and more. Come join us for sessions on vehicle simulation and latest trends, the Applied Development Platform, and hear directly from our customers.

Register now to request a spot: https://www.appliedintuition.com/ja/events/carsim-user-conference-japan-2024

📅 May 24, 2024
⏰ 2:00pm - 5:00pm JST
📍 Pacifico Yokohama Conference Center

01/17/2024

BikeSim has set the standard for simulating the performance of two- and three-wheeled vehicles. With over two decades of real-world validation, BikeSim is the preferred tool for analyzing motorcycle dynamics, developing active controllers, calculating overall system performance, and engineering next-gen active safety systems. If you want the most accurate, detailed, and efficient methods for simulating vehicle performance, look no further than BikeSim.

Find out more about the new features found in BikeSim 2024.0
https://www.carsim.com/products/bikesim/index.php

BikeSim Introduction
https://youtu.be/ar2Stc7s1HQ?si=7ew_DX-xmB6b2xI3

August 2021. This 4-minute video shows the parts of BikeSim, vehicle dynamics simulation software: The vehicle model, the GUI, the visualization of results i...

12/21/2023

Mechanical Simulation Releases CarSim, TruckSim, and BikeSim 2024.0

Mechanical Simulation Corporation is proud to announce the 2024.0 release of the VehicleSim products. The new versions of CarSim, TruckSim, and BikeSim simulation software are now available for in-maintenance users from our website www.carsim.com.

Following are some of the new CarSim features:
• Option to delay initialization when importing ground elevation from external software.
• Option for acceleration control when driving in reverse.
• Option for an idle controller to prevent engine stalling at low speed.
• Support for MF-Tyre/MF-Swift tire model on Linux.
• Support for Vector CANoe RT platform.
• Updated utility program to convert CarMaker data to CarSim.
• Added high-reality driving simulator capability to VehicleSim Visualizer Pro (VSV Pro).



(Below) One the three new driving simulator environments included in the latest version VSV Pro.

11/30/2023

Running CarSim on dSPACE SCALEXIO

Mechanical Simulation regularly posts instructional videos to enhance users' comprehension of the VehicleSim software (CarSim, TruckSim, and BikeSim) for more efficient utilization.

In this latest video, we present step-by-step instructions to execute the CarSim solver on the dSPACE SCALEXIO Real-Time (RT) system for Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) simulation.

https://youtu.be/SnCKlzbdqUw?si=QgPg-kcXNx00Lg36

The Mechanical Simulation Video Library hosts a wide range of videos, each spotlighting distinct features and offering detailed instructions. These videos not only showcase the capabilities of the software but also clarify various methodologies for its optimal application.

For easy access, all these informative videos can be found on the dedicated video section of carsim.com. Stay tuned for the latest enhancements and expert insights.

Video Library categories:

• Software Overview
• Instructional Videos for New Users
• Widely-Used Features
• ADAS and AV Applications
• Feature Demos
• Unreal Engine Plugin

To check out more video demonstrations, visit the Video Library.
https://www.carsim.com/downloads/videos.php

Mechanical Simulation frequently produces videos to help users better understand how to use the VehicleSim products (CarSim, TruckSim, and BikeSim) more quic...

11/08/2023

CarSim Live Online Training

Please join us for the CarSim Online Training Series taught by Drew Reichenbach. This webinar series is composed of four sessions and introduces the CarSim vehicle dynamics simulation software. No prior CarSim experience is required.

CarSim Online Training Series
Feel free to sign up for one or all of the sessions.

Introduction to CarSim
Part 1
Tuesday 14 November,
8 am - 12:30 pm EDT (UTC+4)
The first session introduces the CarSim user interface, database, post-processor, and vehicle model.

Part 2
Wednesday 15 November,
8 am - 12:30 pm EDT (UTC+4)
The second session covers test procedure, driver controls, paths, roads, and if-then event-based simulation control.

Extending CarSim Through Co-Simulation
Thursday 16 November,
8 am - 12:30 pm EDT (UTC+4)
This session explores extending a CarSim model through co-simulation with other software.

Extending CarSim Using VS Commands
Friday 17 November,
8 am - 12:30 pm EDT (UTC+4)
VS Commands are an internal scripting language for CarSim. They can be used to add new outputs, add features to model components, and even add new differential equations and state variables to the CarSim solver.

Please register today!
https://www.carsim.com/events/training.php

09/29/2023

Mechanical Simulation Releases CarSim, and TruckSim 2023.2

Mechanical Simulation Corporation is proud to announce the release the 2023.2 version of the VehicleSim products, CarSim and TruckSim. This version of these simulation software packages are now available from www.carsim.com.

The following are some of the new CarSim features:

• Support for Functional Mock-up Interface (FMI) 3.0.
• Support articulated vehicles where the leading unit has just one axle.
• Support for powertrains driving axle on two vehicle units.
• Updated utility program to convert CarMaker data to CarSim and import the results into a CarSim database.

The following are some of the new TruckSim features:

• Support for Functional Mock-up Interface (FMI) 3.0.
• Support articulated vehicles where the leading unit has just one axle.
• Support for powertrains driving axle on two vehicle units.

Visit www.carsim.com to find out more.

(Below) CarSim 2023.2 supports the simulation of articulated vehicles with hydrostatic steering and powertrains that drive axles on either unit. TruckSim 2023.2 supports the simulation of articulated vehicles with hydrostatic steering and powertrains that drive axles on both units (e.g., 6x6 in the above example).

09/12/2023

BikeSim, vehicle dynamics software, has added tighter connections with Simulink and other user-defined model extensions by re-organizing the model equations into four stages, adding new VS Commands such as PID controllers, supports more options for managing battery use with external software, and making improvements in the modeling of tire vertical stiffness and chain stiffness.

BikeSim delivers the most accurate, detailed, and efficient methods for simulating the performance of two- and three-wheeled vehicles. With more than twenty years of real-world validation, BikeSim is universally the preferred tool for analyzing motorcycle dynamics, developing active controllers, calculating overall system performance, and engineering next generation active safety systems.

The following are some of the new features:

• the model equations were re-organized into four stages to support connections with user-defined model extensions.

• the math model supports up to four external wrappers (e.g., Simulink S-Functions), each with separate import and export arrays.

• include four new Simulink S-Functions that make use of the new architecture.

• new built-in functions for use in VS Commands such as PID controllers.

• support for connecting with battery management from external software for used in hybrid and electric vehicles.

• improvements in modeling of tire vertical stiffness and chain stiffness.

Read about the full list of new features for Windows, and Linux.
https://www.carsim.com/products/bikesim/index.php



(Below) BikeSim 2023.1 provides tighter connections with Simulink with as many as four VS S-Functions available for a single model.

09/11/2023

SuspensionSim from Mechanical Simulation adds suspension design factors (SDFs), new VS Commands, full native 64-bit support, and improvements in VS Visualizer and the GUI (VS Browser). New examples were added for a tandem walking beam suspension.

SuspensionSim simulates quasi-static Kinematics and Compliance (K&C) tests applied to suspension systems.

The following are some of the new features:
• suspension design factors (SDFs)
• new VS Commands
• full native 64-bit support
• improvements in VS Visualizer
• improvements in the UI
• new examples for a tandem walking beam suspension

Read about the full list of new features.
https://www.carsim.com/products/suspensionsim/index.php



Below: This figure shows a walking beam tandem suspension in a jounce test.

07/27/2023

Mechanical Simulation Corporation, the global leader in vehicle dynamics simulation software, is proud to unveil new capabilities to the CarSim®, and TruckSim® software products.

Mechanical Simulation has added alternate steering methods including differential steering (skid steer) and hydrostatic articulation, found in many construction and mining vehicles. The most common skid steer vehicle is a type of forklift used in landscaping. A hydrostatically articulated vehicle can be steered using a yaw hydraulic pivot point to bend the vehicle.

These features are a perfect pairing with Mechanical Simulation Corporation’s soft soil tire model. This terramechanical model allows users to simulate soft soil conditions. The incorporation of a terramechanical tire model enables engineers to achieve unparalleled fidelity in simulation behavior, providing precise insights into vehicle dynamics in various scenarios, including complex maneuvers, diverse road surfaces, and challenging weather conditions.

“Our new features greatly expand Mechanical Simulation’s core capabilities and are a competitive differentiator. Engineers who develop vehicles that operate in off-road environments such as , , and applications can now bring their products to market faster and safer with the help of and ,” said Jeremy Miller, Head of Engineering at Mechanical Simulation Corporation.

To learn more about these off-road capabilities read the press release
https://www.carsim.com/publications/pressreleases/2023_07_27.php

Explore the full range of simulation solutions offered by Mechanical Simulation Corporation, please visit www.carsim.com.



(Below)The 2023.1 release adds new steering system options in support of systems based on hydraulic control. This loader controls direction by hydraulic application of differential drive (skid steer); the wheels themselves are not steered. This model also uses the soft soil, rigid wheel model.

06/30/2023

Mechanical Simulation Releases CarSim, TruckSim, BikeSim, and SuspensionSim 2023.1

Mechanical Simulation Corporation is proud to announce the 2023.1 release of the VehicleSim products. The new versions of , , , and simulation software are now available from www.carsim.com.

Following are some new CarSim features:
• alternate steering systems can be installed, such as hydrostatic systems use in off-highway vehicles. This release supports differential steering (skid steer) and hydrostatic articulation.

• more support for the terramechanics rigid wheel (TMRW) model on Linux and some RT systems.

• support for connecting with battery management from external software for used in hybrid and electric vehicles.

• more control over variables imported from external software such as Simulink, to enable and disable an import during the simulation.
• new built-in functions for use in VS Commands such as PID controllers.
an updated VS Visualizer pro download with more features and support for more examples, including some RT systems.

• a program to convert CarMaker data to CarSim and import the results into a CarSim database.

(Below) CarSim 2023.1 adds new steering system options in support of systems based on hydraulic control. This articulated tractor controls directions by an acutator at the hitch; the wheels themselves are not steered.

06/09/2023

ADAS & Autonomous Vehicle Technology Expo

Mechanical Simulation Corporation is excited to be part of the ADAS & Autonomous Vehicle Technology Expo in Stuttgart, Germany. Presentations to be delivered by industry experts. Join conversations on simulation testing, mapping, Lidar sensor technology, autonomous vehicle safety regulations, and more. This three-day conference features technical sessions about the latest technology innovations from industry professionals. Be a part of one of the most innovative conferences for Autonomous Driving/ADAS testing and development on June 13, 14, and 15.

Visit us at booth 6505 and learn about the latest features of , and .

Make an appointment to meet up with Damon Becker from Mechanical Simulation.

To attend, register for free
https://www.autonomousvehicletechnologyexpo.com/en/register.php

06/01/2023

Mechanical Simulation Corporation and Speedgoat have recently formed a strategic partnership that aims to advance the field of vehicle dynamics simulation and HIL testing. This collaboration brings together two industry leaders, combining their expertise and technologies to deliver solutions for automotive engineering.

Mechanical Simulation, known for their world-class software products like , , and has been at the forefront of developing advanced vehicle dynamics simulation tools for more than 27 years. This software has been instrumental in enabling engineers to optimize vehicle designs, evaluate performance, and enhance safety.

Speedgoat, provider of real-time simulation and testing platforms, has been empowering engineers with high-performance hardware and software solutions for rapid control prototyping and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing. Speedgoat integrate seamlessly with MathWorks' software tools, including and . The Speedgoat platforms enable engineers to test and validate control algorithms in a virtual environment, significantly reducing development time and costs.

Through this partnership, Mechanical Simulation Corporation and Speedgoat have integrated their respective technologies to create a seamless workflow that combines the accuracy of vehicle dynamics simulation with the real-time capabilities of HIL testing. This combination will enable engineers to accelerate the development of advanced vehicle systems, including advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), autonomous vehicles, and electric powertrains.

By leveraging the expertise of both companies, the partnership aims to address the growing demand for comprehensive and efficient simulation and testing solutions in the automotive industry. Together, they will provide engineers with a unified and integrated platform that streamlines the development process, improves reliability, and reduces time-to-market.

We are confident that this partnership will result in advancements and open new possibilities for automotive engineering.

Read more about HIL testing with CarSim, TruckSim, and BikeSim
https://www.carsim.com/products/supporting/realtime/index.php