Why Building a Digital Twin Model Still Takes Too Long Our three-part series on physics-based digital twins followed a solar-charged, battery-powered Internet of Things (IoT) monitoring device. We covered the availability and battery-health questions that matter for operating it, how GT-SUITE and GT-AutoLion capture its physics and aging behavior, and how the model runs in […]
Most hybrid powertrain programmes commit to an architecture too early. A configuration that looks promising on paper can fall apart once you account for towing loads, payload constraints, and real-world drive cycles simultaneously. By that point, hardware has been ordered and timelines are fixed. FEV North America took a different approach. Working with a 4WD […]
The Challenge with E-Motor Thermal Simulation Thermal simulation of electric motors sits at the intersection of two competing demands: the need for spatial accuracy at the component level, and the speed required for system-level scenario exploration. High‑fidelity 3D Finite Element (FE) thermal models of electric machines are essential for predicting hotspot temperatures, validating cooling strategies, […]
Unveiling the Power of GT-SUITE This year, Gamma Technologies celebrated a significant milestone: its 30th anniversary. Since its inception in 1994, Gamma Technologies has been at the forefront of engineering simulation, revolutionizing how industries approach design and innovation. At the heart of this transformation is GT-SUITE, the company’s flagship systems simulation software that has become […]
Governmental Regulations Impacting Automotive OEMs In recent news, new vehicle tailpipe governmental regulations in the United States have softened for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) development of electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrids (HEVs). The Department of Energy has significantly slowed the phase-out of existing rules that give automakers extra fuel-economy credit for electric and hybrid vehicles […]
What are the Sources of Noise and Vibration in Electric Drives? The general shift towards electrification in the electric vehicle (EV) market and beyond has created a need for higher fidelity simulation of electric powertrains. One aspect of this trend that has been getting attention is the desire for detailed analysis of an electric motor’s […]
From calculating EV range to heat pump design, there is a blog for every simulation! As we kick off 2024, let’s look back at the best blogs of 2023! Since the inception of Gamma Technologies, GT-SUITE has optimized system simulation solutions for manufacturers! In no order, these are the top 10 blogs written in 2023 that […]
Component-Level Design & Analysis for Motor Thermal Security Most of today’s traction motors in battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are permanent magnet synchronous machines (PMSMs) that use interior permanent magnet (IPM) rotors with rare-earth magnets embedded in the rotor (automotive companies are starting to explore or even build other technologies, but that is a topic for […]
From battery thermal runaway to fleet route optimization, there is a blog for every simulation! Since the inception of GT-SUITE, Gamma Technologies has offered state-of-the-art simulation solutions for manufacturers. Our simulation solutions help guide customers and partners toward highly optimized products. In no order, these are the top 10 blogs of 2022! Simulating Your Way […]
Understanding Vehicle Thermal Management Vehicle electrification across the transportation industry is being driven by demands for reducing emissions and increasing fuel economy. However, engineering these electrified vehicles comes with a new set of challenges for thermal management of the powertrain and cabin. In this blog I will discuss some of these new challenges for battery […]
