Siemens Rolls Out Multi-Discipline Simulation Tool for EV Designs
Siemens recently announced a new software tool, Simcenter E-Machine Design, that allows motor designers to perform complex simulations for various motor types. Siemens claims this tool can streamline the design process with a template-driven interface, making it more efficient and less time-consuming than starting from scratch.
Simcenter E-Machine Design
Simcenter E-Machine Design can help electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers predict e-machine performance, including that of axial flux electric drive units. Image used courtesy of Siemens
Simcenter E-Machine Design automates various modifications to design parameters, updates the simulation model, and reviews the result—allowing users to assess the design tradeoffs. Without any user intervention, the software can then create hundreds of runs using associative integration of CAD geometry and simulation modeling.
Siemens Releases New Simulation Tool
One of the key features of the software is its flexibility in electromagnetic analysis methods, allowing engineers to tailor their approach for higher accuracy and efficiency. It also includes built-in templates for various motor types, including axial flux motors, which are essential in electric vehicles due to their high power density and compact size.
An example of motor thermal analysis in E-Machine Design
An example of motor thermal analysis in E-Machine Design. Image used courtesy of Siemens
The software includes integrated magneto-thermal simulations, a resource that can identify potential design issues early in the process, particularly thermal management problems that commonly arise in high-power-density motors. The platform integrates optimization tools and other Simcenter applications to enhance collaborative engineering efforts.
Simcenter E-Machine Design also facilitates a more sustainable approach to motor development. By reducing the need for physical prototypes, the software lowers material waste and energy consumption during the design phase. These shorter development cycles can accelerate the time to market for new motor designs while advancing more efficient and quieter electric motors.
2024.02.16
