Importance of Simulations in EV Engineering

 

There is much more that goes into an electric vehicle than just the battery and the motor. It is an entire ecosystem. Everything – from energy management, and thermal management, to battery safety and vehicle-to-grid integration – needs to harmoniously function. Physically testing each of these systems individually is incredibly tedious, time-consuming, and costly.

Simulations solve the problem of studying behavior under varying conditions of a system without actually building it. Engineers develop virtual models which expedite the process of developing reliable, cost-effective, and safe products.

 

For instance, you might wish to model the thermal behavior of a battery pack, how the motor responds to changes in load, or how the entire automobile performs with different driving habits. You can also explore the consequences of certain malfunctions — for example, if a battery fails — without endangering personnel or equipment.

 

Learning Outcomes from This Webinar

 

This simulation-based design theory webinar centers on the use of simulations throughout the EV lifecycle, including concept design and production validation.

 

Implementation of Simulation Design EV Components

 

Understand how simulation-driven design processes mitigate risks and incorporate practical reality into theories throughout the EV lifecycle, including concept design and production validation.

 

Primary Systems Simulated in EV Engineering

• Modeling of Battery pack design and Thermal 

• Motor dynamics with inverter switching 

• Energy consumption and flow dynamics 

• Suspension and vehicle dynamics with aerodynamics 

• Interaction with the grid and charging systems

 

Toolkits and Simulation Environments

• Acquaint yourself with industry recognized tools such as Control systems alongside BMS design using MATLAB & Simulink 

• Structrual and thermal analysis with ANSYS & Altair 

• Multi-physics powertrain simulations with GT-SUITE 

• Vehicle handling models in CarSim and TruckSim 

• Power electronics, drives and control with Simscape Electric 

 

Deep Dive Topics

 

Use of Model-in-the-Loop, Hardware-in-the-Loop, and Software-in-the-Loop 

• Battery fault detection and thermal runaway trajectory simulation 

• Optimization of control logic for energy management 

• Comprehensive analysis of drive cycles and regenerative braking 

• Reviewing progress towards ISO 26262 functional safety

 

Why This Matters for Your Career

 

 Simulation engineers specialized in the electric vehicle domain are in high demand. Companies depend on simulation-based workflows to shorten the time to market, lower the cost of development, and ensure system safety.

By attending our seminar, the following positions can be understood better: 

•  EV Simulation Engineer 

• Control Algorithm Developer 

• BMS Simulation Analyst 

• Vehicle Dynamics Engineer 

• System Integration & Validation Engineer 

If your interest lies in the area as a student or you are a professional wanting to shift to an EV role, this session will equip you with the required knowledge. 

 

Who Should Join 

 

This session is most suitable for: 

• Engineering students specializing in mechanical, electrical, automotive, or computer science 

• Employees from automotive and aerospace companies shifting to EV positions 

•  Any person interested in virtual product design, system design and automation 

• Digital twin technology for EV systems learners 

From this webinar, participants will learn the impact of virtual simulations on the electric vehicle ecosystem and how they can partake in this fast-emerging industry. 

 

Key Takeaways from the Webinar

• Importance of Simulations in EV Engineering

• Learning Outcomes from This Webinar

• Primary Systems Simulated in EV Engineering

• Toolkits and Simulation Environments

• Deep Dive Topics

• Why This Matters for Your Career

• Who Should Join 

Register Now : This is an opportunity to learn about the evolution of e-mobility and hone skills aligned with 21st century engineering problems.