Starting with simple modeling of geometry, using rigid bodies and linking the components with plain or roller bearings, gear pairs as well as rotational coupling elements such as couplings or splined shafts, a simulation model can be quickly built.
With the help of the integrated Component Modeler, sophisticated FE models can be seamlessly prepared and flexible components can be created. Fully integrated assemblies, e.g. for planetary gear sets or crank trains, offer an enormous simplification for the creation of complex calculation systems. The interaction of the components can be easily checked with the help of a kinematic calculation and animation. This is followed by the actual simulation. You can choose between fast analyses in the frequency domain or non-linear analyses in the time domain for detailed investigations.
As a user you automatically receive for evaluation: Campbell diagrams for series calculations and a standardized report as PowerPoint or PDF file.
AVL EXCITE™ M
Different gear stages including planetary gear sets as well as e-motor types (PMSM, SCIM, EESM) with controlling and rotor eccentricity can be dynamically mapped and calculated for e-axis systems. In addition to NVH analyses, influences of manufacturing tolerances can also be investigated and optimized with regard to durability and noise.
Tribology
The influence of friction, lubrication and wear under dry and lubricated conditions is essential in many technological fields. With the help of EXCITE you can reduce friction, optimize wear and thus increase the durability of bearings and components and reduce energy consumption.
NVH Simulation
One of EXCITE's core competences is the calculation of structure-borne and airborne noise of powertrain units. Evaluation tools such as Operational Deflection Shape (ODS), Numerical Transfer Path Analysis (NTPA) and Modal Contribution Factors (MCF) give you answers to the causes and sources of excitation and vibration.
3D Piston Ring Simulation
EXCITE Piston & Rings provides a reliable solution for 3D piston ring simulation. With the 3D rings created fully automatically by the ring modeler, the influence of ring deformation on blow-by, friction, wear and lubrication oil consumption can be analyzed. In addition, the bore deformation from an EXCITE piston-liner contact calculation can also be taken into account.
The design of modern wind gears with high power density requires the use of cross-system analysis tools. The use of plain bearings in the planetary gears in particular, results in new requirements for the calculation tools themselves.
With AVL EXCITE™, we are able to simulate the loads on the plain bearings in planetary gears, investigate their interactions with the surrounding structures, and subsequently evaluate their applicability in planetary gearboxes for wind turbines.
– Stefan Schemmert, Head of Validation and Development Eickhoff Antriebstechnik GmbH
AVL Customer Case Study - EHD Bearing Simulations on WinGD 2 Stroke Engines
Increased demand to minimize cylinder distance for new twostroke, low-speed marine engine developments, including new engine structure concepts and design-to-cost approach, result in an increased need for EHD calculations of WinGD`s main bearings.
Find out how our multi-body dynamics simulation solution AVL EXCITE™ helped WinGD to successfully deal with this challenge.
AVL White Paper - Predictive Transmission NVH Analysis for ICE Based and Electrified Powertrains
Download our white paper to discover how simulation can be applied to optimize key powertrain NVH attributes, extending classical IC engine NVH to modern powertrains including highly complex transmissions and electrified powertrains.
AVL Customer Case Study - NVH Simulation at Deutz
Legal constraints which impose ever stricter emission limits are forcing engine manufacturers to drastically reduce the sound emission of their products. In addition, increasing end customer expectations require a greater focus on the acoustic behaviour of an engine.
AVL Customer Case Study - System Simulation in BEV Development at EDAG
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Electrified vehicles (EVs) are measured by their performance, range and cost. In addition, a compact powertrain design is desired, which has implications for thermal management.
The nearly silent operation of e-motors makes the vehicles quieter, but results in various noises and vibrations no longer being masked by the engine.
AVL is a leader in the use of simulation in vehicle development. Our simulation solution for combustion engines is used by most engine manufacturers worldwide.
With simulation, we achieve three things in powertrain development: First, we ensure durability for all components - from the crankshaft to the connecting rod and plain bearings to the entire...
Renewable energy tops the list of measures to be taken to reduce greenhouse gases in most discussions about climate change. In that respect, wind turbines show enormous potential for the future.