[Gridgen V15.10 + Pointwise V16]
Fast mesh generation on complex models by Gridgen and introduction of new version "Pointwise" Konosuke Kitamura, Engineering Department, Process Integration Group, VINAS
Gridgen V15.10 has been just released on May 10th. It has tetrahedral boundary layer mesh generation function, which enables robust and fast generation of boundary layer mesh for complex geometry models.New features of the latest release of Gridgen are presented, as well as next major version up "Pointwise" with its completely new user interface is introduced.
- Application Examples -
Aircraft model mesh generation for aerodynamic analysis
Other latest user application examples in Japan and from overseas are presented too.
FieldView 12, which is scheduled to be released this year, will include various new features that have been requested by many users; Suport for structural analysis solver (LS-DYNA), FLUENT direct reader, Support for Windows XP 64-bit, Support for polyhedral cells in Star-CD and FLUENT, Enhancement of streamlines and 2D-plot display, and much more. "Full-power FieldView" enables highly sophisticated CFD/CAE post-processing.
[Presentation by FieldView developper](TOKYO Seminar only)
FieldView's expansion into new areas! Mr. Matthew N. Godo, FieldView Product Manager, Intelligent Light (US)
FieldView 12, which is scheduled to be released this year, will not only suport for structural analysis solver (LS-DYNA), but also enable post-processing of fluid-structure interaction analyses. Development plans of FieldView, which is now redefined as a CFD/CAE post-processor, will be presented.
* Presented in English
[SCULPTOR 2.0]
Fast and high quality mesh morphing and desing optimization system SCULPTOR Yukihiro Yamamoto, Engineering Department, Design Optimization Group, VINAS
CFD/Structural mesh morphing and design optimization system SCULPTOR can directly change shape of analysis mesh models without using CAD systems, enabling analyses of different geometry patterns in considerably short time without re-generating analysis meshes. This means that more design variations can be considered than before in the same amount of time. SCULPTOR enables users to find optimal design easily and quickly, and latest information about the software is presented in the session.
[SCULPTOR]
Application examples of design optimization by SCULPTOR and optimization engine Yukihiro Yamamoto, Engineering Department, Design Optimization Group, VINAS
SCULPTOR's benefits as a mesh morphing tool can bring powerful results when used together with optimization engines. In this session, examples of SCULPTOR's use with CFD solvers and optimization engines, which brought about considerable time saving in product development and further enhancement of product performances.
[Presentation from SCULPTOR developper]
Application examples of SCULPTOR in design optimization Mr. Robert Perry, Marketing Engineer, Optimal Solutions Software (US)
Design optimization technology is now attracting attentions because of its capability of increasing efficiency of design process involving FEM and CFD analyses. SCULPTOR has unique mesh morphing features which can change shape of analysis models without going back to CAD. In this session, application examples of SCULPTOR in automobile and aeroplane industries are presented, as well as the new features that will be included in SCULPTOR V2.
[Application examples]
- Optimization of flow balance in intake manifold on a formula car by using modeFRONTIER and SCULPTOR
- Design optimization of aerodynamic parts of Le Mans series racing car
- Optimization of streamlined shape of a high-speed train to achieve world speed record by minimizing drag
- Optimization of cooling fan for laptop PC; Optimizing air flow around active heat radiation panel and noise level
* Presented in Japanese
- Related product presentation - [TOSCA V6.1]
"TOSCA" - Optimization system adopted by major European automakers - Overview and Application Examples Yusuke Houki, Engineering Department, Design Optimization Group, VINAS
Design engineers are facing tough challenges of developing products that perform better and are lighter, safer and cheaper in shorter development cycles. TOSCA has been adopted by many European manufacturers in their design optimization processes and resulted in improved development processes, and this session explain how. Its topology optimization function is especially remarkable because of its capability of considerably improving efficiency of early design stages. Design engineers are often amazed by unexpected optimal shape brought forward by TOSCA.
[Application examples]
Topology and shape optimization of belt tensioner
[Alibre Design]
Long-awaited engineering tool! - Full feature 3D-CAD plus structural analysis and 3D PDF output in one with very low price! Masaru Ozaki, Sales & Industrial Marketing Department 2, VINAS
"Alibre Design" is a low-cost and high-performance 3D-CAD engineering system. The combination of its low price and high performance is simply surprising. User application examples of Alibre Design as a sub-system for high-end 3D-CAD systems such as CATIA, NX and Pro/E, as well as well-received function of 3D PDF output are presented.
[3D-Printer]
"3D-Printer" - Full-color rapid prototyping system for CAE Masaru Ozaki, Sales & Industrial Marketing Department 2, VINAS
3D-Printer is a design communication tool of new era in which prototype models can be built directly using CAD/CAE data without actually having molds. The prototypes built by 3D-Printer can provide realistic feel of the product and enable performance evaluations and assembly checks, by acting as effective communicataion tools within design, analysis and manufacturing departments.
[TransMAGIC R7]
CAD data linking by TransMAGIC/Acrobat3D Hiroyuki Suzuki, Engineering Department, Process Integration Group, VINAS
Using TransMAGIC together with Acrobat3D enables sharing of data between different CAD systems. This session explains how it works.
