GT-POWER: Mean Value Engine Modeling – Europe
This one day course will introduce mean value cylinder engine modeling and will focus on the method by which a detailed GT-POWER model can be converted to a mean value engine model. A mean value model uses a simplified map-based engine cylinder. This results in a model that executes much more rapidly than a model containing standard cylinder components, since the breathing and combustion processes are not calculated. Engine models which incorporate mean value cylinders are typically used in situations where fast computation speed is very important and detailed characterization of engine processes is considered relatively unimportant, such as control system design studies or long vehicle transients. The course will also include introductions to Design of Experiments (DOE) and Neural Network control capabilities in GT-SUITE, as these tools are integral to mean value modeling. Each student will have his or her own computer and will participate in the class by converting an example detailed model to a mean value model.
1. Introduction to mean value modeling
• Mean value cylinder operation
• Considerations in mean value modeling
• Mean value applications
2.Conversion of detailed model to mean value model
• Mean value cylinder
• Building “lumped” volume manifolds
• Characterizing the detailed model using DOE
• Exhaust energy fraction
• Heat transfer, Pressure drop
• Turbochargers
• Engine friction
• Training a neural network to control mean value cylinder
Course will start at 9.00 and end at 17.00
Turbocharging of IC Engines – Europe
This course will focus on the application of turbochargers to IC engines and their simulation. It has been designed for automotive engineers who have already a fundamental understanding of turbocharging and will be simulating turbocharged engines to analyze engine performance and make design decisions, including matching turbochargers to specific engines. The class will include interactive work in GT-POWER using a model provided by GTI.
1. Theoretical background of turbocharging systems (Dr. Skopil)
• Types of turbocharging systems (pulse, constant pressure, two stage, waste gate, intercooled, etc.)
• Compressor and turbine maps and their measurement
• Effects of compressor/turbine design parameters on map shapes
• Practical constraints of turbocharger installation
2. Matching of a turbocharger with an engine (Dr. Skopil)
• Considerations: torque, emissions, fuel consumption, turbo speed, etc.
• Compressor and turbine selection
• Recommended procedures for matching
• Diesel Engines
• Petrol Engines
3. Modeling turbocharged engines using GT-POWER (Mr. Wanat)
• Modeling of turbochargers
• Map fitting and extrapolation
• Intercooling methods: simple and predictive
• Convergence
• Boost control of a wastegated or variable geometry turbine in a simulation
• Transients
• New features in version 6.1 of GT-POWER
Course will start at 9.00 and end at 17.00
*** Hotel rooms are difficult to find on 5 Nov. Please reserve a room as soon as possible!!***
GT-POWER: Basic Training – North America
This course is designed for new users of GT-POWER and GT-SUITE. This course will focus on the simulation of internal combustion engines through the use of GT-POWER. It will cover the following topics:
• Introductory concepts of GT-SUITE
• 1-D simulation of flow in the intake and exhaust systems
• Discretization of the intake and exhaust systems
• Modeling of: valves, combustion, heat transfer and injection
• Post-processing (GT-POST)
Each participant will have his/her own computer. The course will include the construction of models and use of the software so the participants will learn how to use the software immediately and may ask questions
• Construction of a 1-cylinder engine model
• Construction of a 4-cylinder engine model
• Variations of the two models that demonstrate possibilities such as parameter sweeps, transient simulations and optimization
The afternoon of the second day will be left open to discuss extra topics. The topics will selected by the participants. Some possible topics are:
• Combustion & Heat Release Calculations
• Turbochargers
• Muffler Pre-processor
• User routines
• Controls & Simulink
• CFD Coupling
• SI Turbulent Flame Model & DI Jet Model
Please contact GTI to let us know which extra topics you want included.
Course will start at 9:00 AM and end at 5:00 PM
GT-POWER Engine Modeling
This 3-day 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 through the use of GT-POWER. Each student will be provided with a computer. 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)
- Subassemblies: internal, external, encryption of subassemblies
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
- Cylinder Pressure Analysis
- Turbochargers
- EGR
- Controls Library
- Transient Simulation
- Predictive Combustion Modeling
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. When registering, please note how you plan to use GT-POWER in the ‘Area of Interest’ field. This class will be taught in English.
Modeling of Cooling Systems Using GT-SUITE
This two-day class will introduce the use of GT-SUITE software for modeling of cooling systems. The course is targeted towards engineers with responsibility for modeling the complete vehicle coolant network, and will consist primarily of interactive model building exercises. Each student will be provided with a computer to use and no previous simulation experience is required. The following are the primary topics to be covered:
North American GT-SUITE Conference
The US GT-SUITE Conference will take place on the 7th of December. It will be located in the Detroit area at The Townsend Hotel in Birmingham, MI (same location as last year):
If you are interested in making a presentation at this year’s conference, or have a suggestion for a topic, please contact John Silvestri with your proposal ([email protected]).
There is no charge for the conference. The objective of the conference is to bring users together with the GT-SUITE developers, provide an overview of the developments at GTI over the last year, discuss future directions, and to get feedback from the users. In addition, users can meet with other experts in their area, renew old friendships and establish new ones.
Conference Program:
Click here to view the conference program (in .pdf format)
GT-POWER Engine Modeling-Detroit
This 3-day 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 through the use of GT-POWER. Each student will be provided with a computer. 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)
• Subassemblies: internal, external, encryption of subassemblies
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
• Cylinder Pressure Analysis
• Turbochargers
• EGR
• Controls Library
• Transient Simulation
• Predictive Combustion Modeling
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.
When registering, please note how you plan to use GT-POWER in the ‘Area of Interest’ field.
Fluid Component Design in GT-SUITE-Germany
This 1 day seminar will focus on design and analysis of injection and fluid system components in GT-SUITE. This will include discussion of creating detailed, predictive models of components in which the fluid-mechanical interaction is important. Examples of the components to be discussed include pumps, pressure regulators, and injectors. The seminar will consist of demonstrations from the instructor and guided examination/analysis of pre-built models.
Note: This seminar starts 3 days after the European GT-SUITE Conference, and will be held in Stuttgart. To view details and register for the conference click here
European GT-SUITE Users Conference
The European Users Conference will be held on October 4 at the Novotel Frankfurt Airport located in Frankfurt, Germany. There is no charge for the conference. The objective of the conference is to bring users together with the GT-SUITE developers, provide an overview of the developments at GTI over the last year, discuss future directions, and to get feedback from the users. In addition, users can meet with other experts in their area, renew old friendships and establish new ones. The conference will be in English.
Program:
Click here to view the conference program (in .pdf format)
Evening Get-together:
The evening before, on Sunday October 3, 2004, there will be the usual popular informal meeting at 20:00 in the hotel bar, where participants meet and renew old friendships. We will be looking forward to seeing you there.
Vehicle Thermal Management for HEV/EV using GT-SUITE (FREE Seminar)
Im Seminar wird ein Überblick über die Simulationsmöglichkeiten in GT-Suite, mit dem Fokus HEV/EV gegeben. Unter anderem werden Themen behandelt, wie :
- Batteriekühlung
- Modellierung von E-Fahrzeugen im Hinblick auf Passagier-Komfort und Reichweitenanalyse
- Modellierung von Wärmepumpensystemen
- Energieoptimierung durch integrierte Gesamtfahrzeugsimulation
Das Seminar ist sowohl für GT-Suite Anwender, als auch Interessierte geeignet und gibt Ihnen die Möglichkeit sich einen Einblick in die aktuellen und zukünftigen Möglichkeiten von GT-Suite zu verschaffen.
Das Seminar wird in deutscher Sprache gehalten!
New Features in Lubrication Systems- AM Session
This seminar starts the day after the European GT-SUITE Conference. You can register for both the conference and this event together at the same time by clicking the ‘Register’ button at the Conference page
This half-day free seminar will focus on new features for lubrication systems in GT-SUITE. The class will cover new features developed in the last year as well as tips and tricks for lubrication modeling.
–Computers will NOT be available for this seminar and are not required.
– Due to the limited room capacity, seats will be allocated preferentially to OEMs and suppliers.
Vehicle Cooling System Modeling- FREE
Regisration for this class is now closed.
This class starts the day after the India GT-SUITE Conference. You can register for both the conference and this event together at the same time by clicking the ‘Register’ button at the Conference Page
Due to strong interest and limited seating in this class, we may need to limit the number of attendees from a company, or offer 2 people to share 1 computer.
–Computers will be available to use during the training. Attendees are encouraged to bring USB flash drive to save seminar material.
– Due to the limited room capacity, seats will be allocated preferentially to OEMs and suppliers.
Tag der offenen Tür, GT-POST Seminar & Stuttgarter Stammtisch
Wir feiern 2014 das 20 jährige Bestehen der Firma Gamma Technologies. Aus diesem Grund veranstalten wir am 8. Mai einen Tag der offenen Tür im Stuttgarter Büro. Das Konzept: Ab 14:00 werden unsere Türen für jeden Anwender im Stuttgarter Raum geöffnet.
Interfaces for Co-Sim, SiL and HiL Seminar (Free)
This free seminar focuses on the ways GT-SUITE can be used in combination with external modeling software to simulate the powertrain or its subsystems. Special attention will be given to Software-in-the-Loop (SiL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) applications. Topics on the agenda will include: