Simulation Replaces Prototyping

by Dick Kading Machine Design, 9 Dec 2004 In recent years, the automotive and off-road industries have increasingly used modeling to simulate the operation of vehicles and subsystems prior to prototyping them. This saves time and money. But it isn't as easy as it sounds. Certain types of analysis, for example, need specific types of data, much of which is unavailable until prototypes are built. And how do you test designs that aren't even finished? Read the article