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HyperWorks Suite Enhances Development Processes at F.S. Fehrer Automotive GmbH
Technology Category
- Analytics & Modeling - Digital Twin / Simulation
- Robots - Autonomous Guided Vehicles (AGV)
Applicable Industries
- Automotive
- Equipment & Machinery
Applicable Functions
- Product Research & Development
Use Cases
- Vehicle Performance Monitoring
- Virtual Reality
Services
- System Integration
The Challenge
F.S. Fehrer Automotive GmbH, an international supplier for the automotive industry, was facing challenges in the development of their seating systems. The seat of a vehicle, being the direct and closest connection of the passenger with the automobile, has great demands placed on it. Factors such as ergonomics, vibration damping, durability features, and climatic comfort are important criteria in the development of a molded foam pad for seating. Fehrer was in search of simulation tools that could enhance their development process, deliver accurate and fast results, and provide access to a reliable and fast solver. The tools also needed to be easy to learn and affordable.
About The Customer
Established in Kitzingen in 1875, F.S. Fehrer Automotive GmbH is a family-owned company that serves as an international supplier for the automotive industry. The company develops and produces the interior for numerous renowned automotive brands, producing molded foam pads and structural parts for any customer of the automotive industry. All Fehrer products are perfect in comfort, functionality, and design. Fehrer is not just a component supplier but also a customer-focused partner of the OEMs and their Tier1 suppliers, providing complete automotive product solutions from the idea to series production.
The Solution
F.S. Fehrer Automotive GmbH implemented the HyperWorks Suite into their development process. This suite includes RADIOSS, the HyperWorks solver for linear, nonlinear, crash, and safety analysis. RADIOSS is used to develop Fehrer’s products from concept to realization. With its static and vibration simulation features, RADIOSS especially helps to improve the performance of the seat structure. Altair’s unique HyperWorks licensing concept allows an easy and cost-efficient access to a whole suite of CAE tools, and the customer only pays for what they use – when they use it. In addition, Altair provides an excellent support service for all of its products.
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