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Revamping Highway Safety Systems with IoT: A Case Study on Energy Absorption Systems, Inc.
Overview
Revamping Highway Safety Systems with IoT: A Case Study on Energy Absorption Systems, Inc.ANSYS |
Analytics & Modeling - Digital Twin / Simulation | |
Equipment & Machinery Metals | |
Facility Management Product Research & Development | |
Manufacturing Process Simulation Transportation Simulation | |
Operational Impact
The use of ANSYS Workbench and its integration with Autodesk Inventor provided a streamlined process for the redesign of the clevis linkage. This not only allowed for a quicker redesign process but also enabled the engineers to evaluate various what-if scenarios, leading to an improved part design. The ability to make design changes to the CAD model without having to reapply loads or rebuild the mesh, and perform simulation without exiting the CAD software, significantly improved the efficiency of the redesign process. This simulation-driven development approach allowed Energy Absorption Systems to bring the modified truck-mounted attenuator to market quickly, maintaining their position as a leader in the field. | |
Quantitative Benefit
The use of ANSYS Workbench allowed for multiple iterations to be done more quickly, saving significant time in the redesign process. | |
The simulation-driven development approach enabled the company to bring the modified truck-mounted attenuator to market quickly. | |
The approach allowed engineers to develop an improved part design by evaluating various what-if ideas that they would not have otherwise had time to investigate. | |