Improving xEV Thermal Management System Design by Utilizing AC and Cabin Simulation in GT-SUITE – Europe and India

Note: This webinar will be hosted by our office in Stuttgart, Germany. Class time listed is local time zone CEST.

In this webinar, the optimization of a xEV  thermal management system design will be presented, with the focus on utilizing AC and cabin simulation within GT-SUITE. The motivation is to show the impact of the optimization not only on the AC system and the cabin itself, but also to look at the big picture: how will the changes to the AC system effect the xEV´s total range, SOC and human comfort? A dedicated example will be presented during the webinar showcasing a full xEV built within GT-SUITE. Additionally the potential of optimization of such models will be shown. At the end of the webinar, we will open it up to a live Q&A.

Topics included:

• Brief introduction to the model building workflow in GT-SUITE
• Demonstration of a full xEV example model
• Full tour through Case Setup and DOE Setup

Please Contact Us for Application Specific Training (Dates of Training are Flexible)

While we currently cannot offer application specific trainings in our Stuttgart office, we continue to support you through various other channels.

A series of webinars and online videos can be found under www.gtisoft.com/event/webinars

Should you need training on a specific application of GT-SUITE, please get in touch with us directly and we will find the best solution to fit your needs. For more information please email [email protected]

An overview of application specific trainings can be found under: https://www.gtisoft.com/events/training-catalogs/

While a specific date is listed above, the date(s) of private trainings are flexible and do not need to align with the date listed above.

Please Contact Us for Application Specific Training (Dates of Training are Flexible)

While we currently cannot offer in-person application training, we are offering online trainings and webinars.

A list of upcoming webinars is available at: www.gtisoft.com/event/webinars

An overview of application specific trainings are available at https://www.gtisoft.com/events/training-catalogs/

Should you need training on a specific application of GT-SUITE or would like information on pricing, please contact us at [email protected] and we will find the best solution to fit your needs.

While a specific date is listed above, the date(s) of private trainings are flexible and do not need to align with the date listed above.

 

 

GT-SUITE for Hydrogen Mobility: Storage, Fuel Cell Systems, Combustion & Vehicles – North America

Hydrogen is emerging as a promising fuel due to its light weight, ability to be produced by renewable energy, and lack of emissions. It can be used to power a fuel cell in various transportation applications (electric vehicles, marine, aerospace) or power generation applications and as combustion fuel for reciprocating engines and turbines.

In this webinar, you will learn how GT-SUITE can be applied to design, analyze, and validate various hydrogen systems. Topics include:

• Designing a hydrogen station and storage systems to ensure quick and thermally stable tank filling
  Calibrating a predictive fuel cell stack model for accurate, transient simulation
• Designing fuel cell system components and controls to optimize performance and range for an EV application
• Predictively modeling hydrogen combustion in an engine model
• Integrating propulsion systems in a vehicle model for optimization of power management strategies and fuel consumption

GT-SUITE for Hydrogen Mobility: Storage, Fuel Cell Systems, Combustion & Vehicles – Europe and India

Hydrogen is emerging as a promising fuel due to its light weight, ability to be produced by renewable energy, and lack of emissions. It can be used to power a fuel cell in various transportation applications (electric vehicles, marine, aerospace) or power generation applications and as combustion fuel for reciprocating engines and turbines.

In this webinar, you will learn how GT-SUITE can be applied to design, analyze, and validate various hydrogen systems. Topics include:

• Designing a hydrogen station and storage systems to ensure quick and thermally stable tank filling
  Calibrating a predictive fuel cell stack model for accurate, transient simulation
• Designing fuel cell system components and controls to optimize performance and range for an EV application
• Predictively modeling hydrogen combustion in an engine model
• Integrating propulsion systems in a vehicle model for optimization of power management strategies and fuel consumption

Global GT Conference 2020

Visit the Global GT Conference 2020 website to register.

We are pleased to announce our first Global GT Conference! This virtual event will feature presentations from GT-SUITE users around the world who will share how they solve their product development challenges using GT-SUITE.

Click here for to see the detailed agenda on the event website, or click here for a printable pdf.

REAL DRIVING EMISSIONS (RDE): Indian Regulations & Virtual Approach to RDE Testing (Co-Hosted by ARAI)

This is a co-hosted online proficiency improvement program with ARAI. For Registration information and link please see the program flier here.

About the Webinar

With the global challenges with regards to overall pollution levels, legislation worldwide has become stricter to reduce automotive emissions. Once such regulation is the Real Driving Emissions (RDE) norms. RDE requires emissions testing on a cycle that is representative of a Real-World Usage Pattern (RWUP) for a vehicle. RDE is challenging since it adds different road profiles, altitude & ambient temperature as a new environment for emissions testing, compared to current testing protocols in a lab, which are perfectly reproducible and have no external effects. India has also introduced I-RDE Norms (Indian Rea Driving Emissions).

The fact that the road is now part of the testing environment brings additional challenges in the development phase. The regulations contain environment and trip dynamics rules that decide whether a trip is valid. During the development phase of the vehicle, there is a necessity to run the vehicle on multiple RDE routes. However, with the unpredictability of conditions on the road, it is difficult to get RDE valid trips. This necessitates an alternate work-flow, where RDE valid routes can be generated in a simulated environment, virtual testing could be performed and dependence on real-world tests could be reduced during vehicle development.

In this co-hosted online proficiency improvement program, we introduce RDE regulations, explain testing procedures and work-flows to discuss virtual solutions to reduce dependence on real-world RDE testing during development

How to Perform Battery Aging Analysis with GT-AutoLion

Simulation provides an excellent method to gain insight into battery aging. In this webinar, you will learn how to utilize GT-AutoLion and GT-SUITE to predict battery degradation. We will walk through multiple examples to provide information on a wide variety of use cases.

Topics include:

• Extrapolating beyond measured data
• Predicting how batteries will degrade in the real-world scenarios by integrating physics-based aging models with other systems
• Predicting the performance of an aged battery
• Understanding the influence of charging strategies on battery degradation
• Virtual calibration of charging controls

Key Considerations to Understand and Maximize Battery Life

Across many industries, more and more companies are utilizing batteries as the primary source of energy for their products. When designing these products, one of the most important tasks is predicting and maximizing battery life to inform decisions on product warranty and create added value for customers.

In this webinar, you’ll learn about the key factors to predict and maximize battery life. Topics include:

• Reducing testing time and cost with simulation
• The benefits of physics-based battery modeling
• Predicting performance of a new and aged battery cell
• Integration with other systems to understand their impact on each other, such as the influence of thermal management on battery life and the influence of battery power on thermal management
• Utilizing simulation to predict range, performance, heat rejection, etc.
• The influence of charging strategies on battery life

Predicting Vehicle Behavior in Real Life Scenarios with GT-RealDrive

Online GT-SUITE Introduction Training – Free

This FREE 2-day course will introduce GT-SUITE to new users. The intention of this training is to provide an overview of different GT-domains and to teach the software handling.

This course will be conducted online via web meeting.

To reserve your spot, you must have access to the following:

• Computer with GT-SUITE v2020 (the training will be conducted with v2020, but if you only have v2019 that is acceptable)
• Access to an active license
• Good internet connection
• Ideally two monitors/devices (although not required)
  • one to follow the instructor on the web meeting (web browser only)
  • one to use GT-SUITE for interactive model building

Introductory Concepts of GT-SUITE:

• 1-D Mechanical Simulation
• 1-D Thermal Simulation
• 1-D Flow Simulation
• Model Setup- initialization, parameter sweeps
• Controls
• Post-processing (GT-POST)
• Model organization & sharing
• Object libraries
• Optimization

Please note that there will be a Q&A session after each training for specific questions.

Due to the limited number of seats, they will be allocated preferentially to commercial customers.

 

Online Engine Modeling (GT-POWER)

This course is designed for new users of GT-POWER and GT-SUITE that are interested in modeling internal combustion engines. This course will focus on engine simulation using GT-POWER.

This course will be conducted online via web meeting.

To reserve your spot, you must have access to the following:

• Computer with GT-SUITE v2020 (the training will be conducted with v2020, but if you only have v2019 that is acceptable)
• Access to an active license
• Good Internet connection
• Ideally two monitors/devices (although not required)
  • one to follow the instructor on the web meeting (web browser only)
  • one to use GT-SUITE for interactive model building

The course will include the construction of models and use of the software, which will enable the participants to use the software immediately. It will cover the following topics:

Introductory Concepts of GT-SUITE

• 1-D Flow Simulation
• Discretization of 1-D Models
• Model Setup- initialization, parameters sweeps, convergence Optimization/Design of Experiments
• Post-processing (GT-POST)

The following engine modeling topics will be included:

• Modeling of: manifolds, valves, combustion, heat transfer and fuel injection
• Non-Predictive Combustion for Gasoline and Diesel Engines
• Turbochargers
• EGR
• Controls Library

If time permits at the end of the class, additional topics can be covered including introductions to: Coupling with Simulink, CFD Coupling, and Exhaust Aftertreatment.

Due to the limited room capacity, seats will be allocated preferentially to commercial customers.

 

Please Contact Us for Application Specific Training

While we currently cannot offer in-person application training, we are offering online trainings and webinars.

A list of upcoming webinars is available at: www.gtisoft.com/event/webinars

An overview of application specific trainings are available at https://www.gtisoft.com/events/training-catalogs/

Should you need training on a specific application of GT-SUITE or would like information on pricing, please contact us at [email protected] and we will find the best solution to fit your needs.

 

Application Specific Training

While we currently cannot offer in-person application training, we are offering online trainings and webinars.

A list of upcoming webinars is available at: www.gtisoft.com/event/webinars

An overview of application specific trainings are available at https://www.gtisoft.com/events/training-catalogs/

Should you need training on a specific application of GT-SUITE or would like information on pricing, please contact us at [email protected] and we will find the best solution to fit your needs.

 

Please Contact Us for Application Specific Training

While we currently cannot offer application specific trainings in our Stuttgart office, we continue to support you through various other channels.

A series of webinars and online videos can be found under www.gtisoft.com/event/webinars

Should you need training on a specific application of GT-SUITE, please get in touch with us directly and we will find the best solution to fit your needs. For more information please email [email protected]

An overview of application specific trainings can be found under: https://www.gtisoft.com/events/training-catalogs/

Please Contact Us for Application Specific Training (Dates of Training are Flexible)

While we currently cannot offer application specific trainings in our Stuttgart office, we continue to support you through various other channels.

A series of webinars and online videos can be found under www.gtisoft.com/event/webinars

Should you need training on a specific application of GT-SUITE, please get in touch with us directly and we will find the best solution to fit your needs. For more information please email [email protected]

An overview of application specific trainings can be found under: https://www.gtisoft.com/events/training-catalogs/

While a specific date is listed above, the date(s) of private trainings are flexible and do not need to align with the date listed above.

Please Contact Us for Application Specific Training

While we currently cannot offer application specific trainings in our Stuttgart office, we continue to support you through various other channels.

A series of webinars and online videos can be found under www.gtisoft.com/event/webinars

Should you need training on a specific application of GT-SUITE, please get in touch with us directly and we will find the best solution to fit your needs. For more information please email [email protected]

An overview of application specific trainings can be found under: https://www.gtisoft.com/events/training-catalogs/

Python Scripting with GT-Automation

Predictive & Real-Time 1D-3D FE Thermo-Fluids Simulations – Europe

Note: This webinar will be hosted by our office in Stuttgart, Germany. Class time listed is local time zone CEST.

In this webinar, a 1D-3D synergetic approach will be presented for detailed component analysis by using GT’s proprietary technology, where the workflow from CAD data to final component and system model will be presented. This workflow allows to convert CAD geometry to a representative combination of 3D finite element mesh for the thermal domain and 1D Navier Stokes flow solution for the flow domain. This workflow is applicable for applications such as engines, e-motors, turbochargers, fuel cells, cabin and power electronics. A dedicated example will be presented during the webinar for a 1D-3D synergetic approach for battery thermal management. At the end of the webinar, we will open it up to live Q&A.

Topics included:

• Brief introduction to the model building workflow in GEM3D, which is a preprocessing tool of GT-SUITE.
• A case study to demonstrate both the predictive and real-time capabilities of 1D-3D models with the help of several steady state and transient simulations.
• Functionality of 1D-3D models for complex heat transfer processes such as thermal runaway.

Predictive & Real-Time 1D-3D FE Thermo-Fluids Simulations – North America

In this webinar, a 1D-3D synergetic approach will be presented for detailed component analysis by using GT’s proprietary technology, where the workflow from CAD data to final component and system model will be presented. This workflow allows to convert CAD geometry to a representative combination of 3D finite element mesh for the thermal domain and 1D Navier Stokes flow solution for the flow domain. This workflow is applicable for applications such as engines, e-motors, turbochargers, fuel cells, cabin and power electronics. A dedicated example will be presented during the webinar for a 1D-3D synergetic approach for battery thermal management. At the end of the webinar, we will open it up to live Q&A.

Topics included:

• Brief introduction to the model building workflow in GEM3D, which is a preprocessing tool of GT-SUITE.
• A case study to demonstrate both the predictive and real-time capabilities of 1D-3D models with the help of several steady state and transient simulations.
• Functionality of 1D-3D models for complex heat transfer processes such as thermal runaway.

Design of Experiments in GT-SUITE

In this webinar, we will cover Design of Experiments (DOE) tools in GT-SUITE to facilitate better analysis between model input parameters and outputs.  Topics include:

• What is a Design of Experiments
• DOE setup and sampling
• Metamodeling (response surface fitting)
• Walkthrough/demo of the DOE post-processor
• Exporting metamodels to GT-ISE

GT-SUITE Model Setup and Post-Processing Tips

This 45-minute webinar is filled with useful tips for efficient model setup and post-processing.

Topics include:

• Case setup tips, including how to create super parameters
• Output setup options
• Advanced setup options
• Post processing map modes for better data visualization
• Using result files for data management
• Python scripting with GT-Automation
• Macros for improved data handling

Using Optimization to Calibrate to Measured Data

In this webinar, we will cover three demos that explain how to use GT-SUITE’s optimizer to calibrate to measured data. At the end of the webinar, we will open it up to live Q&A.

Topics include:

• Single response RLT demo
• Multiple response RLTs demo
• Transient targeting demo
• Other GT-ISE features to aid model calibration

We are also offering a webinar on May 6 that presents an introduction to optimization using GT-SUITE. Click here to register.

Introduction to Optimization with GT-SUITE

In this webinar, we will cover introductory concepts of optimization in GT-SUITE, with a focus on engineering design. At the end of the webinar, we will open it up to live Q&A.

Topics include:

• What is the optimizer and how does it work
• Available search algorithms
• Expediting optimizations with distributed computing
• Multi-objective Pareto optimization
• Demonstrations

We are also offering a webinar on May 7 that shows how to use optimization to calibrate to measured data. Click here to register.

GT-SUITE Model Setup and Post-Processing Tips

This 45-minute webinar is filled with useful tips for efficient model setup and post-processing.

Topics include:

• Case setup tips, including how to create super parameters
• Output setup options
• Advanced setup options
• Post processing map modes for better data visualization
• Using result files for data management
• Python scripting with GT-Automation
• Macros for improved data handling

 

Electric Power-train and Cooling Circuit Component Selection/Sizing

Note: This webinar will be hosted by our office in Pune, India. Class time listed is local time zone IST.

As automotive fuel consumption and emissions regulations become more stringent on vehicle manufacturers, vehicle electrification is necessary to comply with regulations.

Early in the Electric Vehicle development cycle, the first step is often to define system level requirements like battery capacity and motor power to achieve marketing targets like range and acceleration time. Once, these requirements are defined, the cooling circuit components like the evaporator, chiller, etc. need to be sized and selected appropriately, so it is able to effectively manage the temperatures of the motor and the battery. Attend this webinar to learn how to do such component sizing to achieve the system level requirements for an EV.

 Topics include:

• Electric Vehicle Modeling in GT-SUITE
• Motor and Battery Sizing for Range and Acceleration targets
• Component selection and sizing of thermal components like radiator, chiller, etc. for power-train cooling
• Optimization and Design of Experiments

Online GT-SUITE Introduction Training

This free 1-day course will introduce GT-SUITE to new users. The intention of this training is to provide an overview of different GT-domains and to teach the software handling.

Due to high demand, we are looking into solutions to accommodate more participants. Please join the waiting list if you are interested in this class to help us understand level of demand. We will do our best to accommodate all that are interested via offerings in the near future.

This course will be conducted online via web meeting.

To reserve your spot, you must have access to the following:

• Computer with GT-SUITE v2020 (the training will be conducted with v2020, but if you only have v2019 that is acceptable)
• Access to an active license
• Good internet connection
• Ideally two monitors/devices (although not required)
  • one to follow the instructor on the web meeting (web browser only)
  • one to use GT-SUITE for interactive model building

Introductory Concepts of GT-SUITE- Agenda:

• 1-D Mechanical Simulation
• 1-D Thermal Simulation
• 1-D Flow Simulation
• Model Setup- initialization, parameter sweeps
• Controls
• Post-processing (GT-POST)
• Model organization & sharing
• Object libraries
• Optimization

Due to the limited number of seats, priority will be given to commercial clients.

Modeling Water Heaters in GT-SUITE Virtual Workshop

We are excited to offer a virtual workshop about simulating water heaters in GT-SUITE. We’ll start with the basics of water heating in GT-SUITE and then focus on modeling specific types of heaters. At the end of each segment, we will open it up to live Q&A. If you have an active license, feel free to follow along as some of the topics will allow users to follow along step-by-step.

Topics include:

• 8:00 AM CDT: Introduction to Water Heating in GT-SUITE
• 9:00 AM: How to Build an Electric Water Heater
• 10:00 AM: How to Build a Heat Pump Water Heater
• 11:00 AM: The basics of modeling a Gas Fired Tankless Water Heater

Feel free to come and go as your schedule allows.

Cant attend? Don’t worry! All of these segments will be available as a video tutorial for any of our users to view at their own leisure. Contact the instructor, Jon Harrison, at [email protected] for more info.

Pumps and Compressors Virtual Workshop – Day 1

We are excited to offer a virtual workshop about modeling pumps & compressors in GT-SUITE. We’ll start with the basics of creating specific types of pumps and compressors, then show industry case studies for each type. At the end of each segment, we will open it up to live Q&A. If you have an active license, feel free to follow along as some of the topics will allow users to follow along step-by-step.

Topics include:

• 8:00 AM CDT: Introduction to pumps and compressor in GT-SUITE
• How to build:
  • 9:00 AM: Vane pumps from CAD
  • 10:00 AM: Gerotor pumps from CAD
  • 11:00 AM: Scroll compressors from CAD
  • 1:00 PM: Screw compressor/model
  • 2:00 PM: Reciprocating compressors
  • 3:00 PM: Swashplate pumps
  • 4:00 PM: External Gear pumps

Feel free to come and go as your schedule allows.

We are also offering a second day of training where we will go into some advanced topics we see with our customers so that you feel more empowered to perform these tasks on your own. Click here to learn more.

Cant attend? Don’t worry! All of these segments will be available as a video tutorial for any of our users to view at their own leisure. Contact the instructor, Jon Harrison, at [email protected] for more info.

Pumps and Compressors Virtual Workshop – Day 2

We are excited to offer a virtual workshop about modeling pumps & compressors in GT-SUITE. In part two of the workshop series, we will delve into advanced topics we see with our customers so that you feel more empowered to perform these tasks on your own. If you have an active license, feel free to follow along as some of the topics will allow users to follow along step-by-step.

Topics include:

• 8:00 AM CDT: Optimizing Port Timing with Built-in Optimizer and DOE
• 9:00 AM: Adding an Electric Motor Boundary Condition
• 10:00 AM: Adding Bearings
• 11:00 AM Different Methods to Input Port Area Profiles
• 1:00 PM: Discretizing inlet/outlet piping geometry from CAD
• 2:00 PM: Adding a silencer/muffler to a compressor
• 3:00 PM: Adding a Valve with Fluid-Structure Interaction

Feel free to come and go as your schedule allows.

We are also offering a day of basic training on how to model various types of pumps and compressors in GT-SUITE, including industry case studies. Click here to learn more.

Cant attend? Don’t worry! All of these segments will be available as a video tutorial for any of our users to view at their own leisure. Contact the instructor, Jon Harrison, at [email protected] for more info.

Plant Modeling for BMS Validation

As automotive fuel consumption and emissions regulations become more stringent on vehicle manufacturers, vehicle electrification is necessary to comply with regulations. This makes batteries one of the most critical components of the vehicle.

To effectively manage the battery, the battery management system needs to perform a number of tasks like computing important parameters like state of charge, protecting the battery from over-charge, under-charge, etc. Other functions include thermal management and communication over the CAN bus.

To validate the BMS controls, most engineers develop a model of the BMS as a first step. In this Webinar, you will learn how to build an appropriate battery plant model in GT-SUITE, co-simulation with controls in Simulink and about BMS HiL Controls validation using GT-SUITE.

 

Topics include:

• Battery modeling fidelities in GT-SUITE: Electrical equivalent and electro-chemical battery modeling
• Co-simulation with BMS controls in MATLAB/Simulink
• MiL, SiL and HiL validation of BMS

Note: This webinar will be hosted by our office in Pune, India. Class time listed is local time zone IST.

 

Valvetrain Modeling

This class is intended for users with previous experience or users who participate in this free-of-charge Introduction Training.

This course is designed for new users of GT-SUITE Valvetrain Application.  It will focus on the simulation of engine valvetrains through the use of VTDesign and GT-SUITE.  The following topics will be covered:

Introductory Concepts of GT-SUITE : 

• 2-D Mechanical Simulation and Visualization
• Subassemblies and User Compounds

Cam Design (VTDesign)

• Develop a profile design starting from an existing a reference profile

Valvetrain mechanism kinematics, quasi-dynamic analysis (VTDesign)

• Generate valve lift from cam shape or vice-versa
• Calculate idealized separation speed  (or Spring Margin)

Cam Design iteration with interactive feedback on critical design constraints (VTDesign)

• Run VTDesign in interactive mode to dynamically generate critical kinematic and QDA calculated design constraints (e.g. min. negative radius of curvature, max. hertz stress, min. oil film thickness, min. separation speed) while modifying the cam design.

Spring Layout (VTDesign)

Dynamic modeling of valvetrains

• Modeling Contacts for Hertz Pressure and Oil Film Calculations
• Multi-mass Spring Modeling
• Adding Compliance to Valvetrain Components

Multi-body and torsional vibration modeling of camshafts and valvetrain systems

• Adding Valvetrain Branches and Timing
• Adding Bearings or supports for bending

If time permits, more specialized topics may be covered as requested by participants.  Some possible topics are: Hydraulic lash adjusters, Cam Phasers, Variable Valve actuation, Transient simulations, CamDesign Optimization or user-supplied suggestions.

Due to the limited room capacity, seats will be allocated preferentially to commercial customers.

 

HVAC System Modeling & Simulation

This class is intended for users with previous experience or users who participate in this free-of-charge Introduction Training.

This 1 day class will introduce the use of GT-SUITE software for modeling of air conditioning or heat pump systems, including the refrigerant circuit, HVAC ducting, and cabin.  The course is targeted towards engineers with responsibility for design and analysis of A/C systems, or for those who are responsible for overall vehicle energy management including an A/C system.

The class will consist primarily of interactive model building exercises.  The following are the primary topics to be covered:

• Modeling the refrigerant flow network: Basic flow system modeling and discretization concepts, usage of GEM3D for flow systems modeling.
• Modeling A/C system components: Building and calibration of the basic components of A/C systems, such as compressor, receiver/dryer, thermal expansion valve, and heat exchangers. Usage of COOL3D pre-processing tool to build and automatically discretize more complex scenarios (non-uniform inlet air flow, for example).
• Assembling the complete A/C system model for system level calculations: Assembling the refrigerant flow network and A/C components into a complete model of the A/C system. Steady state and transient system analysis. GT-POST post-processing tool for analysis of results.
• Modeling air circuits: Modeling of the HVAC ducting and the blower.
• Modeling the vehicle cabin: Different levels of modeling detail available for modeling the cabin within GT-SUITE.
• Integration with Cooling/Engine/Vehicle models: Introduction of integrating the A/C system models into vehicle system level simulations including cooling, engine, and driveline systems.  Cabin pulldown transient simulations, transient drive cycle analysis for fuel economy/energy management (i.e. US EPA SC03 cycle).

 

Aftertreatment Systems

This class is intended for users with previous experience or users who participate in this free-of-charge Introduction Training.

This 2-day class is intended for GT-POWER users interested in learning how to model exhaust aftertreatment systems.  The class will include discussion of exhaust aftertreatment modeling theory, and construction of exhaust aftertreatment system models using GT-POWER.  The following topics will be discussed in detail:

• TWC, DPF, SCR, and other exhaust aftertreatment devices
• Modeling of chemical kinetic reactions for catalysts
• Soot filtration and regeneration models for DPFs
• Techniques for calibrating DPF pressure drop and soot regeneration
• Techniques for calibrating kinetic reaction mechanisms
• 1D, 2D, and 3D heat transfer modeling options
• Special topics (time permitting)

 

Online GT-SUITE Introduction Training – Free

This FREE  course will introduce GT-SUITE to new users in two half-day sessions. The intention of this training is to provide an overview of different GT-domains and to teach the software handling.

This course will be conducted online via web meeting.

Due to high demand and to better serve our customers regional needs, this class is intended for customers in North and South America. All others, please register for a class in your continent.

To reserve your spot, you must have access to the following:

• Computer with GT-SUITE v2020 (the training will be conducted with v2020, but if you only have v2019 that is acceptable)
• Access to an active license
• Good internet connection
• Ideally two monitors/devices (although not required)
  • one to follow the instructor on the web meeting (web browser only)
  • one to use GT-SUITE for interactive model building

Introductory Concepts of GT-SUITE:

• 1-D Mechanical Simulation
• 1-D Thermal Simulation
• 1-D Flow Simulation
• Model Setup- initialization, parameter sweeps
• Controls
• Post-processing (GT-POST)
• Model organization & sharing
• Object libraries
• Optimization

Please note that there will be a Q&A session after each training for specific questions.

Due to the limited number of seats, they will be allocated preferentially to commercial customers.

Timing & Accessory Drive Modeling

This class is intended for users with previous experience or users who participate in this free-of-charge Introduction Training.

This course is designed for new users of GT-SUITE for Timing and Accessory Drive Applications.  It will focus on the simulation of stand-alone chain, belt and gear drive systems with imposed speed and load boundary conditions.  Depending on the interest of the attendees some or all of the following topics will be covered:

Introductory Concepts:

• 2-D Mechanical Simulation and Visualization
• Subassemblies and User Compound
• Speed Boundary Conditions at the Crankshaft
• 2D Force and Torque conventions for loading driven components in the system
• Simulation sweep with Order Tracking

Accessory Drive Modeling

• Layout of the pulleys, idlers and tensioner
• Definition of belt contact stiffness and friction on grooved and smooth surfaces
• Pre-processing calculations for Belt System with steady state loading

Timing Belt Modeling

• Layout of the toothed pulleys, idlers and tensioner
• Definition of pulley and belt tooth shapes
• Contact and friction definitions for tooth and smooth sides of belt

Timing Chain Modeling

• Layout of the sprockets, guides and tensioner
• Definition of sprocket teeth (and link teeth for silent chains)
• Definition of the hydraulic tensioner

Gear Drive Modeling

• Layout of geartrain based on relative positioning of pinions
• Gear Tooth definition options
• Calculations of lash and mesh stiffness
• Contact stress and loss calculations

If time permits, more specialized topics may be covered as requested by participants.  Some possible topics are: Cam Phasers, Belt Starter Generator Systems, Integrated Simulations (with cranktrain and other subsystems) or User-supplied suggestions.

 

Heat Distribution Modeling – Electric Powertrain

This class is intended for users with previous experience or users who participate in this free-of-charge Introduction Training.

This 1-day class will introduce the use of GT-SUITE software for modeling the distribution of heat within components of the electric powertrain, such as batteries and electric motors. Battery heat distribution models enable users to design and optimize the battery pack and its related cooling components such as cooling plates or fins. Furthermore those models can be used to integrate the thermal and electric domains to study system level effects and help design other components like the BMS. Electric motor heat distribution models allow the prediction of heat rejection to coolant and/or oil at any operating condition, and may be used to study concepts for temperature reduction in the motor as well as defining optimal strategies for the motor control. The class is targeted towards engineers with responsibility for e-components cooling or total vehicle energy management. This class will cover the process of building and calibrating e-components heat distribution models, beginning from CAD data. The process involves significant use of the 3D pre-processing tools of GT-SUITE (GEM3D and GT-SpaceClaim).

The following are the primary topics to be covered:

• Conversion of CAD Data for battery pack and electric motor
• Building up complete model in GEM3D (lumped thermal model and FE-components) and export to GT-ISE
• Calibration of flow distribution & heat transfer
• Integration of flow/thermal model into complete thermal management models
• Link of thermal/flow model to electric circuits

Due to the limited room capacity, seats will be allocated preferentially to commercial customers.

 

Lubrication Circuits & Components

This class is intended for users with previous experience or users who participate in this free-of-charge Introduction Training.

This class is intended to show engineers how to model a lubrication circuit in GT. This includes but is not limited to

1. How to Build a Model from a CAD File: The participant will learn how to transform a CAD File into a 1D lubrication model in GT-SUITE using GT-Spaceclaim and GEM3D.
2. How to Model Oil Circuit Components in GT-SUITE: The participant will learn how to construct a lubrication model from scratch, including oil passages, filters,bearings, relief valve, and pump.
3. Analyze Results in GT-POST: The participant will learn how to analyze results of a lubrication model, including a breakdown of the oil flow distribution to various consumers, as well as performing an engine speed and temperature sweep to see how these variables affect results.
4. How to Model Important Oil Circuit Behavior: The instructor will show that the following types of oil circuit analysis can be performed in GT-SUITE:

• Steady state
• Priming/filling
• Transient thermal oil response (both temperature and engine speed changing)
• Pump power/energy consumption over driving cycle
• Detailed pump analysis

5. Introductory GT-SUITE Concepts: In addition to lubrication specific modeling, this course will also focus on the basics of using GT-SUITE, including:

• 1-D Flow Simulation
• Discretization of 1-D Models
• Fluid Properties for modeling lubrication circuit
• Optimization and component calibration

Due to the limited room capacity, seats will be allocated preferentially to commercial customers.

 

Cranktrain Modeling

This class is intended for users with previous experience or users who participate in this free-of-charge Introduction Training.

This course is designed for those interested in Cranktrain modeling and analysis in GT-SUITE.  It will focus on the simulation of engine cranktrain dynamics through the use of GT-SUITE.  The following topics will be covered:

Introductory Concepts of GT-SUITE:

• 2-D Mechanical Simulation
• Subassemblies and User Compounds

Rigid Crankshaft Analysis

• Crankshaft Balancing
• Cylinder Pressure Boundary Conditions Applied

Crankshaft Torsional Analysis

• Time Domain Solution with Steady State Convergence
• Frequency Domain Solutions (Free and Forced)

Crankshaft Quasi-Static and Dynamic Bending Solution

• Fillet Stress Calculations Based on Dynamic Loading
• Coupled Journal Bearing Solution

If time permits, extra and more specialized topics may be covered.  The topics will selected by the participants.  Some possible topics are:  Block Vibration, Integrated Simulations (e.g cranktrain + valvetrain, cranktrain + drivetrain), Transient simulations, user-supplied

Due to the limited room capacity, seats will be allocated preferentially to commercial customers.

 

GT-SUITE INTRODUCTION TRAINING – FREE

This free 1-day course will introduce GT-SUITE to new users. The intention of this training is to provide an overview of different GT-domains and to teach the software handling. The participants will be provided with PC’s in order to follow the instructor with hands-on modeling. The following topics will be covered in this course:

Introductory Concepts of GT-SUITE :

• 1-D Mechanical Simulation
• 1-D Thermal Simulation
• 1-D Flow Simulation
• Model Setup- initialization, parameter sweeps
• Controls
• Post-processing (GT-POST)
• Model organization & sharing
• Object libraries
• Optimization

Due to the limited room capacity, seats will be allocated preferentially to commercial customers.

 

Acoustic Training – Online

This class is intended for users with previous experience or users who participate in this free-of-charge Introduction Training.

This 2-day course is designed for users of GT-SUITE that are interested in modeling flow acoustics. This class will specifically focus on simulation of intake and exhaust systems, including resonators, airboxes, catalysts, and mufflers.

The course will include the construction of models and use of the software, which will enable the participants to use the software immediately. The following topics will be covered, and examples will be provided:

• Building flow systems (ex. intake/exhaust)
• Modeling of: resonator, airbox, catalyst, muffler and other acoustic sensitive components such as flexible pipes and dampers.
• Using GEM3D to import CAD geometry or build a 3D model and convert it into a 1D model
• Modeling pressure losses
• Design Optimizations
• Transmission loss
• Integrating Exhaust system with Engine models for Acoustic analysis
• Order analysis
• SPL predictions
• Transient Noise Simulation
• Making sound files from simulation (WAV format)
• Pass-by noise simulation
• Multiple Noise Source Modeling (ex. dual exhaust)

If time permits at the end of the class, additional topics can be covered, including:

• ‘Data-only’ Fast Acoustic Calculations
• Porous Intake Pipe Modeling
• Impedance and Transfer Functions calculations
• Linear acoustic analysis
• Linear applications:
• Source characterization
• Transfer matrix

Due to the limited room capacity, seats will be allocated preferentially to commercial customers.

Note: class time listed is local time zone

 

GT-SUITE INTRODUCTION TRAINING – FREE

This FREE 1-day course will introduce GT-SUITE to new users. The intention of this training is to provide an overview of different GT-domains and to teach the software handling.

This course will be conducted online via web meeting.

To reserve your spot, you must have access to the following:

• Computer with GT-SUITE v2020 (the training will be conducted with v2020, but if you only have v2019 that is acceptable)
• Access to an active license
• Good internet connection
• Ideally two monitors/devices (although not a must-have)
  • one to follow the instructor on the web meeting (web browser only)
  • one to use GT-SUITE for interactive model building

The following topics will be covered in this course:

Introductory Concepts of GT-SUITE :

• 1-D Mechanical Simulation
• 1-D Thermal Simulation
• 1-D Flow Simulation
• Model Setup- initialization, parameter sweeps
• Controls
• Post-processing (GT-POST)
• Model organization & sharing
• Object libraries
• Optimization

Due to the limited number of seats, they will be allocated preferentially to commercial customers.

Note: class time listed is local time zone

 

Cooling Systems & Components – FREE, ONLINE LIVE

This 1.5-day class is intended for users with previous experience or users who participate in this Introduction Training.

This course will be conducted online via web meeting.

To reserve your spot, you must have access to the following:

• Computer with GT-SUITE v2019
• Access to an active license
• Good internet connection
• Ideally two monitors/devices (although not required)
  • one to follow the instructor on the web meeting (web browser only)
  • one to use GT-SUITE for interactive model building

Once your registration is confirmed you will receive the link to connect with the online live course.

The class will consist primarily of interactive model building exercises.  The following are the primary topics to be covered:

Modeling the coolant flow network: The participant will learn how to build a model of the coolant flow network by two methods. First, the participant will learn how to build flow components manually to understand basic modeling and discretization concepts. Second, the participant will learn how to quickly and easily transform a 3D CAD geometry file into a 1D flow network in GT-SUITE using the pre-processing tool GEM3D.

Modeling cooling system components: The participant will learn how to model the basic components of cooling systems, such as pumps, fans, heat exchangers, thermostat valves, etc.

Assembling the complete cooling system model: The participant will learn how to assemble the coolant flow network and basic components into a complete model of the cooling system while using a simple 1D representation of the underhood cooling air flow. Steady state and transient analysis of this system will be discussed, along with calibration to measured data.

Integration with engine/vehicle system models: The participant will learn how cooling system models may be integrated with simple engine and/or vehicle system models to accomplish a transient vehicle drive cycle analysis.

Due to the limited room capacity, seats will be allocated preferentially to commercial customers.

Note: class time listed is local time zone

 

GT-SUITE INTRODUCTION TRAINING – FREE, ONLINE LIVE

This free 1-day course will introduce GT-SUITE to new users. The intention of this training is to provide an overview of different GT-domains and to teach the software handling.

This course will be conducted online via web meeting.

To reserve your spot, you must have access to the following:

• Computer with GT-SUITE v2020
• Access to an active license
• Good internet connection
• Ideally two monitors/devices (although not a must)
  • one to follow the instructor on the web meeting (web browser only)
  • one to use GT-SUITE for interactive model building

Once your registration is confirmed you will receive the link to connect with the online live course.

The following topics will be covered in this course:

Introductory Concepts of GT-SUITE :

• 1-D Mechanical Simulation
• 1-D Thermal Simulation
• 1-D Flow Simulation
• Model Setup- initialization, parameter sweeps
• Controls
• Post-processing (GT-POST)
• Model organization & sharing
• Object libraries
• Optimization

Due to the limited room capacity, seats will be allocated preferentially to commercial customers.

Note: class time listed is local time zone

 

GT-DRIVE+ HEV & EV Modeling — ONLINE

Note that this is a paid event, and the cost in INR with payment instructions are mentioned below.

This class is intended for users with previous experience or users who participate in this free-of-charge Introduction Training.

This 2-day course is intended for those interested in developing Hybrid Electric Vehicle or pure Electric Vehicle models for fuel economy or range studies.

This course will be conducted online and the participants are requested to arrange for

–        a computer with GT-SUITE version 2020,

–        access to an active license and

–        also a good internet connection.

Once your registration is confirmed you will receive the link to connect with the online live course.

The following topics will be covered in this course:

• Introductory Concepts of GT-SUITE:
  • 1-D Mechanical Simulation
  • Model Setup- initialization, parameters sweeps, Optimization/Design of Experiments
  • Post-processing (GT-POST)
  • Subassemblies: internal, external, encryption of subassemblies
• The following vehicle modeling topics will be included:
  • Conventional Vehicle
    • Mapped Engine Model
    • Transmissions (Automatic, Manual, CVT, Other)
    • Vehicle
  • Hybrid Electric Components
    • Battery
    • Electric Motors
    • Energy Management Controls
  • Engine Start/Stop
  • Electric Launch and Assist
  • Regenerative Braking
  • Driving Cycle Analysis (with Model Based Targeting Controller)

Since there are a limited number of seats, priority will be given to commercial clients.

• Fee:
  • INR 15,000 for 2 days.
  • Registration will be waitlisted until payment is made.
  • Contact [email protected] for the quotation and payment.

 

Heat Distribution Modeling – Conventional Powertrain

Note that this is a paid event, and the cost in INR with payment instructions are mentioned below

This class is intended for users with previous experience or users who participate in this free-of-charge Introduction Training.

This 1.5-day class will introduce the use of GT-SUITE software for modeling the distribution of heat within the engine thermal structure. Engine heat distribution models allow the prediction of heat rejection to coolant and oil at any operating condition, and may be used to study concepts for reducing fuel consumption by optimizing energy flows to minimize friction during transient warmup events. The class is targeted towards engineers with responsibility for powertrain cooling, friction reduction, or total vehicle energy management. This class will cover the process of building and calibrating an engine heat distribution model, beginning from engine CAD data. The process involves significant use of the 3D pre-processing tools of GT-SUITE (GEM3D and GT-SpaceClaim).

The following are the primary topics to be covered:

• Conversion of coolant jackets from CAD Data
• Conversion of block/head thermal masses from CAD Data
• Modeling the cylinder structure with 3D finite elements
• Calibration of flow distribution & heat transfer
• Modeling map-based engine friction depending on system temperatures
• Integration with engine performance model

Due to the limited room capacity, seats will be allocated preferentially to commercial customers.

• Fee:
  • INR 15,000 for 1.5 days.
  • Registration will be waitlisted until payment is made.
  • Contact [email protected] for the quotation and payment.

Note: class time listed is local time zone

 

GT-SUITE INTRODUCTION TRAINING – FREE

This free 1-day course will introduce GT-SUITE to new users. The intention of this training is to provide an overview of different GT-domains and to teach the software handling. The participants will be provided with PC’s in order to follow the instructor with hands-on modeling. The following topics will be covered in this course:

Introductory Concepts of GT-SUITE :

• 1-D Mechanical Simulation
• 1-D Thermal Simulation
• 1-D Flow Simulation
• Model Setup- initialization, parameter sweeps
• Controls
• Post-processing (GT-POST)
• Model organization & sharing
• Object libraries
• Optimization

Note: class time listed is local time zone

 

HVAC System Modeling & Simulation

Note that this is a paid event, and the cost in INR with payment instructions are mentioned below

This class is intended for users with previous experience or users who participate in this free-of-charge Introduction Training.

This 1-day class will introduce the use of GT-SUITE software for modeling of air conditioning or heat pump systems, including the refrigerant circuit, HVAC ducting, and cabin. The class is targeted towards engineers with responsibility for design and analysis of A/C systems, or for those who are responsible for overall vehicle energy management including an A/C system.

The class will consist primarily of interactive model building exercises. The following are the primary topics to be covered:

• Modeling the refrigerant flow network: Basic flow system modeling and discretization concepts, usage of GEM3D for flow systems modeling.
• Modeling A/C system components: Building and calibration of the basic components of A/C systems, such as compressor, receiver/dryer, thermal expansion valve, and heat exchangers. Usage of COOL3D pre-processing tool to build and automatically discretize more complex scenarios (non-uniform inlet air flow, for example).
• Assembling the complete A/C system model for system level calculations: Assembling the refrigerant flow network and A/C components into a complete model of the A/C system. Steady state and transient system analysis. GT-POST post-processing tool for analysis of results.
• Modeling air circuits: Modeling of the HVAC ducting and the blower.
• Modeling the vehicle cabin: Different levels of modeling detail available for modeling the cabin within GT-SUITE.
• Integration with Cooling/Engine/Vehicle models: Introduction of integrating the A/C system models into vehicle system level simulations including cooling, engine, and driveline systems. Cabin pulldown transient simulations, transient drive cycle analysis for fuel economy/energy management (i.e. US EPA SC03 cycle).

Due to the limited room capacity, seats will be allocated preferentially to commercial customers.

• Fee:
  • INR 10,000 for 1 day.
  • Registration will be waitlisted until payment is made.
  • Contact [email protected] for the quotation and payment.

Note: class time listed is local time zone

 

GT-SUITE INTRODUCTION TRAINING – FREE – Online

This course will be conducted online via web meeting.

To reserve your spot, you must have access to the following:

• Computer with GT-SUITE v2020 installed.
• Access to an active GT license.
• Good Internet connection.
• Ideally two monitors/devices (not a must):
  • one to follow the instructor on the web meeting (web browser only)
  • one to use GT-SUITE for interactive model building

This free 1-day course will introduce GT-SUITE to new users. The intention of this training is to provide an overview of different GT-domains and to teach the software handling. The participants will be provided with PC’s in order to follow the instructor with hands-on modeling. The following topics will be covered in this course:

Introductory Concepts of GT-SUITE :

• 1-D Mechanical Simulation
• 1-D Thermal Simulation
• 1-D Flow Simulation
• Model Setup- initialization, parameter sweeps
• Controls
• Post-processing (GT-POST)
• Model organization & sharing
• Object libraries
• Optimization

Note: class time listed is local time zone

 

Fast Running Engine Models (FRMs) for Integrated Simulations – Online

This course will be conducted online via web meeting.

To reserve your spot, you must have access to the following:

• Computer with GT-SUITE v2019 installed.
• Access to an active GT license.
• Good Internet connection.
• Ideally two monitors/devices (not a must):
  • one to follow the instructor on the web meeting (web browser only)
  • one to use GT-SUITE for interactive model building

This is a 1.5 day hands on training class, and the seats will be allocated preferentially to commercial customers.

This course will cover the creation of Fast Running Engine Models (FRMs) from their detailed equivalent, so they can be used in a variety of integrated simulations.  FRMs execute much more rapidly than the typical detailed GT-POWER engine model, and are ideal for integrating with other vehicle systems where an accurate and predictive engine plant model is desired and where computational speed is critical.  FRMs adapt to changing conditions (e.g. valve timing, spark/injection timing, turbo lag, external temperature, altitude, cooling system conditions, etc.) without the need to apply non-physical correction factors.  Whether studying changes to ambient conditions, or simulating events that are heavily transient in nature, FRMs will maintain the predictive capabilities of a detailed engine model while allowing for the fast computational speeds that are expected when performing drive cycle analysis and other transient-focused simulations.

Some examples of applications that are ideal for FRMs are:

• ECU Modeling (including HiL) – where a fast-running and transient-capable engine model is essential for optimizing ECU strategy
• Engine + Drivetrain/Vehicle – where accurate torque pulsations are key for optimizing drivetrain design and strategy
• Vehicle Thermal Management modeling, where the engine provides the heat to the cooling system, and the cooling system behavior feeds back into the engine performance predictions (great for simulating off-ambient conditions)
• And many more.

In addition to covering the complete conversion process of going from a detailed engine model into an FRM, this class will also cover special considerations that may come up depending on the intended use of the FRM.  An agenda of this class is below:

1. Brief introductions to FRMs and their applications
2. Converting a Detailed GT-POWER model into an FRM
   1. Reviewing the baseline detailed model
   2. Simplifying each subsystem of the detailed model
   3. Additional modifications for achieving even faster run times
3. Discussion of application-specific considerations when making an FRM
   1. Real-Time and Hardware-in-the-Loop modeling
   2. Engine Cooling and Heat Rejection
   3. Aftertreatment modeling
4. Discussion of Transient Simulations using GT-SUITE (including Controls)

 

Note: class time listed is local time zone