AVL is hosting a Technology Day on "Accelerating Development through Model-Based Innovation", featuring a full day of expert presentations and live demonstrations. The event will cover key topics such as system simulation and engineering, virtual testing with AVL CRUISE™ M, and real-world calibration use cases. Attendees will gain insights into the vital role of Virtual Twins and simulation in powertrain development, hybrid vehicle modeling, and the integration of AI to unlock actionable insights from fleet data. This event highlights AVL’s commitment to advancing vehicle development through cutting-edge, model-based solutions.
09:00 – 09:15
Welcome & Opening Remarks
- Opening Remarks by Michael Benz - VP, TATA Motors Limited.
- Importance of digital transformation and simulation by Dinesh Goyal - VP, AVL ITC
- Introduction of agenda and speakers: Pravin Pathe - Business Unit Head, AVL AST
09:15 - 09:45
Keynote: From Concept to Post SOP – The Model-Based Journey
Speaker: Michael Glensvig - Project Manager & Samuel Swamidass - Senior Simulation Engineer, Powertrain
Topics:
- Overview of system simulation & system engineering
- Integration of SiL, VTB, H2, and testing
- Fast digital twin in the cloud
- Leveraging AI for fleet data analysis
09:45 - 10:30
Live Demonstration: ICE-SiL with AVL CRUISE™ M
Speaker – Hardik Naithani - Deputy Manager, E-Mobility, Yash Shandilya - Sr. Engineer & Ian Spencer - Senior Calibration Engineer Model Based
Highlights:
- Use of AVL CRUISE™ M for ICE-SiL
- Enhanced AVL VSM™ & Model.CONNECT™ Setup
- Showcase of successful calibration use-case delivered to Tata
10:30 – 11:15
Success Stories: Accelerating Time-to-Market through Model-Based
Development
Speaker: Franz Eberhard - Lead Engineer, Model-Based Calibration
- Gasoline engine and EAS AVL CRUISE™ M Enhanced Engineering modelling
- AVL Maestra® Virtualization of control units
- Measured impact on test coverage and development time
11:15 – 11:30
Coffee Break & Networking
11:30 – 12:15
AVL CRUISE™ M – Powering Office System Modeling and Virtual Testing
Speaker – Ales Cvikl - Team Leader Thermodynamics (via teams call)
- AVL CRUISE™ M for office, SiL, and HiL – an overview of software capabilities and usage Introducing AVL CRUISE™ M and its application spectrum (verification of system design targets, concept development, system details)
- Online Demo (example: Engine Thermodynamics Gasoline ICE)
- Ready for SiL and HiL
12:15 - 13:00
Leveraging AI for Fleet Data Insight
Speaker: Gerhard Schagerl - Product Line Manager
- Efficient analysis methods
- Use of AI for predictive insights and data-driven optimization with a focus on data collection
after SOP
13:00 – 14:00
Lunch Break
14:00 – 14:30
AVL services supporting Tata’s future Model-Based activities
Speaker: Prabhu Santiago - Affiliate Business Manager, Kurt Klumaier - Lead Engineer Model Based Calibration & Michael Glensvig - Project Manager Model Based Developmen
- Full vehicle simulator and other modelling activities for the 4 upcoming HiLs which will be delivered in Q1-2026
- H2/CNG AVL CRUISE™ M Enhanced Engineering combustion modelling
- Short status of the running activities on the 5.3L VTB with outlook
14:30 – 15:00
Live Demonstration: SiL for E-motor/Inverter functional testing and
calibration
Speaker: Samuel Swamidass - Senior Simulation Engineer Powertrain
- Using AVL CRUISE™ M for E-motor and inverter modelling
- SiL Setup with AVL CRUISE™ M plant model and AVL Maestra® virtualized MCU
- Functional testing and calibration
15:00 – 15:15
Coffee Break
15:15 – 15:45
AI Driven CAE - Where Are We and What We Realistically Can Expect
- An Objective View On AI
- Example For Using AI at AVL
- Outlook
15:45 – 16:15
Open Discussion & Q&A
- Moderated session by Arvind Mishra - GM, E-Mobility
- Feedback, additional questions, and next steps
16:15 – 16:25
Closing Remarks & Next Steps – Arvind Mishra & Pravin Pathe
- Summary of key takeaways
- Invitation for follow-up workshops or pilot projects
