MODSIM | Modeling & Simulation
Performance-driven Engineering
Are you a CATIA user? 🏋️‍♂️ This webinar is available for you 💪 for FREE “Modeling & Simulation Summit,” organized by Digital Engineering 247, which will be on October 30 at 1 PM Eastern Time A 45-minute slot in the Simulation-led Design track gives you the right concrete insights. @FC, one of our CATIA user Champions, will showcase this project: A static pressure launch (SPL) done in the context of NASA’s Entry Systems Modeling Project. From early physical prototyping to final parametric
From Hours to Seconds: A Deeper Dive into Machine Learning driven Simulation Approximation Models (3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA)
Introduction In modern engineering, high-fidelity simulations like Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) are essential for validating and improving product performance. However, these simulations can be computationally expensive, often taking hours or even days to run. This time constraint creates a significant bottleneck, limiting the number of design variations an engineer can explore. 3DEXPERIENCE Platform addresses this challenge with powerful automation tools.
🔑What Unified Modeling and Simulation Brings to the Classroom
🌍 Industries are evolving fast—toward sustainability, innovation, and advanced product development. Whether you teach, guide, or shape future engineers, preparing students for a world that innovates in real time is key. 💡 Unified Modeling and Simulation (MODSIM) makes it possible—transforming how engineers work and what it brings to engineering education. 📘 Download our whitepaper to explore exclusive industry and education use cases and see how unified modeling and simulation drives efficiency,
Optimized Thermal Analysis of Solar Panels with MODSIM on 3DEXPERIENCE – by Debaditya Chakraborty
🚀 Featured Blog by @DC : Optimized Thermal Analysis of Solar Panels with MODSIM on 3DEXPERIENCE We’re excited to feature a new blog by Debaditya Chakraborty, Industry Process Consultant at Dassault Systèmes, who brings expertise in CAD, FEA, and advanced simulation techniques. In this Blog, Debaditya explores how transient thermal analysis and optimization algorithms were applied to solar panels integrated with passive heatsinks. The study highlights how shape synthesis using MISQP and AMGA
Does FMK Support Velocity Streamlines?
Hello, In ANSYS, velocity results can be visualized as streamlines, as shown in the attached image. I would like to know if FMK provides a similar way to represent velocity using streamlines. Any guidance or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Post Process like a pro with Field Expressions (3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA Apps)
Unlocking the Power of Field Expressions in 3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA Physics Results Analytics App When working with simulations in the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, analyzing raw results is only part of the story. To truly understand performance, we often need to derive custom quantities from simulation outputs. That’s where Field Expressions come into play. What are Field Expressions? Field Expressions allow you to create custom field data for visualization. You can define them as mathematical
What are FIELD Outputs? (3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA apps and ABAQUS/CAE)
Introduction In both ABAQUS and 3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA (platform), Field Outputs are quantities stored at every increment/time step over the spatial domain (nodes/elements/integration points/surfaces) of your model. They are different from History Outputs, which are recorded at discrete locations (points, sets, or surfaces) and over time (like reaction forces, displacement at a node, etc.). Common Field Outputs U → Displacements at nodes V → Velocities A → Accelerations S → Stresses at integration
What are HISTORY Outputs? (3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA apps and ABAQUS/CAE)
What are History Outputs? History Outputs are time-series data recorded at specific points, sets, or surfaces in your model. They are stored per increment just like field outputs, but instead of being distributed over the entire mesh, they track selected quantities at discrete locations. You typically use them for plots (force vs. displacement, stress vs. strain, energy vs. time) or when you need numerical values for postprocessing. Examples of History Outputs Some common history outputs are:
MODSIM Web Series #15 | Sustainable Packaging Development - Driven by MODSIM (Part 1)
Watch the replay and learn more about the benefits of simulation for developing sustainable packaging. Sustainability is one of the major challenges for CPG-R companies. These companies have sustainability targets in place to reduce their carbon footprint, where lightweighting and using more recycled plastics and alternative materials play an important role in the design of more eco-friendly packaging. Furthermore, agile development processes are necessary to develop the best package in a short
MODSIM Web Series #16 | Sustainable Packaging Development - Driven by MODSIM (Part 2)
Watch the replay and learn more about different modeling, simulation and optimization applications for plastic bottles. Using realistic simulation for virtual prototypes instead of physical testing helps accelerate product development in all industries, including CPG-R. Plastic bottles are one of the most simulated products in this industry, for which we have many multiphysics applications. From the structural behavior of the bottles and caps, to the production process of the plastic parts
How to arrange DOE → Approximation → Optimization in Process Composer?
Hello, I am currently working with Process Composer to set up an optimization workflow. The sequence I want to achieve is as follows: Parameter model (design variables) → DOE (Design of Experiments / parameter study) → Approximation model (RSM, surrogate model, etc.) → Optimization In other words, I want to use DOE to sample design variables, run simulations for those samples, build an approximation model, and finally perform optimization to obtain the best design. However, when I try to build
How to use Results Analytics for Parameter Study analysis?
Hi everyone, I'm having trouble analyzing my parameter study results. I want to use the Results Analytics feature, but it appears to require a .job file as input. The issue is that when I run a parameter study, the results are saved as part of the original model's summary and don't create an independent .job file. Does anyone know how to link the parameter study results to Results Analytics? Is there a specific export or conversion process I need to follow?" *After the parameter study
Drop Tests 101 with Explicit Dynamics on 3DEXPERIENCE PLATFORM
Whether you're designing a smartphone, sensor, packaging system, or industrial tool—drop testing is a critical part of ensuring product durability and performance under real-world conditions. 3DEXPERIENCE platform enables a streamlined, end-to-end workflow for conducting Explicit Dynamics drop test simulations, and here's what makes it stand out: Integrated Preprocessing Capabilities: Create rigid abstraction shapes (e.g., floor surfaces) for impact definition. Mesh complex assemblies with
🎥Sustainable Packaging Development - Driven by MODSIM [3 mins]
Sustainability is one of the major challenges for the CPG-R industry. Companies have sustainability targets in place to reduce their carbon footprint, where lightweighting and using more recycled plastics and alternative materials play an important role in the design of more eco-friendly packaging. Furthermore, agile development processes are necessary to develop the best package in a short timeframe to be able to quickly validate designs, evaluate material alternatives, reduce weight and run
🎥Optimizing Hydrogen Tank Design for Strength and Safety [6 mins]
SIMULIA expert @MC takes you through the workflows for tank strength and stiffness and tank drop analysis: ▶️ Watch the full webinar
🎥Seamless Design Exploration and Optimization in 3DEXPERIENCE [4 mins]
MODSIM specialist @DB shows how the functionality of the 3DEXPERIENCE platform helps to accelerate the concept stage of the product development process. ▶️Watch the full webinar
⚽🏌️🏈Celebrate Sports with MODSIM wrap up!🤾‍♂️🏏🎾
🎬 That’s a wrap, simulation stars! 💥 The challenge is officially wrapped up!, and we’re blown away by the creativity, engineering, and energy you brought to the court, field, and beyond! 🏟️🎾🏈 From Footballs that seem bent like Beckham in Fluid Simulation to home runs in baseball simulated in Structural Simulations... your simulations turned sports into science in the most epic way possible. 🙌 We have decided to feature the STUDENT SUBMISSIONS on our Instagram and LinkedIn handles 🌟 💡 Even though
Issue with Saving Analysis Results in 3DEXPERIENCE FMK
HI Everyone I am currently working in 3DEXPERIENCE FMK, and while the analysis completes successfully and I can review the results without any issues, I’m encountering a problem when trying to save the file. Even though the storage quota is 100 GB, I’m unable to save the results due to the error shown in the attached image. I would like to ask for clarification on the nature of this error and possible solutions. Could you please let me know what might be causing this issue and how it can be
MODSIM Web Series #9 | Accelerate Battery Development with Unified Design, Modeling and Simulation [50 mins]
Watch this on-demand webinar and learn more about the battery end-to-end solution, which addresses all key development challenges. Our world is becoming more dependent on batteries. The value chain from material suppliers to battery makers to automotive and industrial vehicle developers is under pressure to optimize battery performance for a wide range of conditions while ensuring safety. However, batteries are high in mass and require rare materials, life between charges needs to be increased,
🎥Design clean and efficiency electric vehicle thermal system with Dymola Behavior Modeling [8 mins]
In this demonstration, @CC takes you through a case study for electric vehicle architecture synthesis. Keeping the battery at the right temperature is a crucial task in an EV design. However, the design and verification process can be lengthy. With Dymola Behavior Modeling, you are able to quickly create, evaluate, and make trade-offs on battery thermal system design and to ensure electric vehicle performance, longevity and safety. ▶️ Watch the full webinar: ▶️ Discover more:
Do you have any training videos or materials on thermal deformation and thermal stress analysis?
HI everyone I am looking for helpful resources related to thermal deformation and thermal stress analysis in the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. I would appreciate any support or guidance you can provide. best regard
How to map thermal deformation from fluid analysis (FMK) to structural analysis?
Hi everyone, I'm working on a fluid simulation using FMK, and I want to use the resulting field temperature data to perform a structural analysis for thermal deformation. Is it possible to map the temperature results from FMK to a structural scenario? If there's a way to do this, I would really appreciate your guidance or any tips. Thanks in advance!
🎥Using the Stiffened Structure concept app [2 mins]
In this quick clip, @JW shows you how to use a quick grid to create a laminate for something that could represent a rear wing flap on an F1 car. ▶️ Watch the full webinar to learn more:
MODSIM Web Series #17 | Antenna Placement and Interference Analysis in 3DEXPERIENCE
Watch the replay and learn more about aircraft model idealization. Technology trends such as the connected aircraft are transforming the way we communicate on and with an aircraft. The connected aircraft makes flights safer by upgrading air traffic management systems, allows for predictive maintenance, improves fleet management, flight operations, and aircraft turnaround time, and finally, it reduces operational costs and offers more passenger entertainment. Among other technical solutions, the
MODSIM Web Series #14 | Hydrogen Electrolysis Production & Storage : Dassault Systèmes Simulation Solutions
Watch the replay and explore advanced digital solutions. With the support of advanced digital solutions based on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, Dassault Systèmes has been working for several years on low-carbon hydrogen (production, storage, distribution, use) in order to best meet the challenges of our customers: cost, efficiency, safety and sustainability. We'll talk about the hydrogen market: explore the significant growth of green hydrogen and its essential role in the transition to an
MODSIM Web Series #13 | How to Enable Next-Level Efficiency in Structural Concept Engineering
Selecting the right designs to further detail early in the product development cycle is a crucial but challenging task. In this webinar, we will explore how this can be efficiently done for sheet metal-like structures utilizing MODSIM technology based on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. We will also take a brief look on how this technology enables future AI-driven concept engineering applications. Highlights: • Explore powerful concept design tools weaving together design and simulation technology
MODSIM Web Series #12 | A Connected, Performance-driven Electric Drive Development Process
Watch the replay and learn more about simulation that facilitates the design and analysis of digital counterparts of components and systems, providing a comprehensive 3D digital experience. E-mobility relies on electric machines powered by power converters that transform electrical energy into mechanical energy. Their design is steered by a wide range of performance, efficiency, and durability objectives, taking into account challenging environmental factors such as temperature, humidity,
WoundSim 2025 is now available !!
After the release of WoundSim 2024 version with many amazing features, WoundSim 2025 Major Release is now available with some fixes and with support of Abaqus 2025 GA version. Please find more details on our online post: https://www.svertical.com/post/woundsim-2025-is-now-available
Webinars
Webinars:
MODSIM Web Series #11 | Realizing Radar Sensor Vehicle Integration by Virtual Prototyping & Electromagnetic Simulation
Automotive radar is a key sensor system enabling object detection and tracking. While an unmounted radar has ideal characteristics, this is not the case when the radar is integrated inside the vehicle - the vehicle body and other components in the vicinity, such as the bumper, chassis, or cables, influence the electromagnetic waves emanating from it and deteriorate its performance. In such a scenario, electromagnetic simulation can be utilized for incorporating design changes in the early stages
MODSIM Web Series #10 | Leverage MultiCAD Data for 3DEXPERIENCE MODSIM
Strong competition is pushing customers towards the development of new products to achieve the maximum level of efficiency, minimum cost and high level of safety. It is necessary to model and simulate different alternative designs quickly to meet targeted requirements. However, the main challenge is that tools and people are completely disconnected. There is no unified environment for designers and simulation engineers to work together, which completely slows down the development process.
MODSIM Web Series #8 | F1 & Motorsport - Optimizing Designs for Peak Performance
Watch this on-demand webinar and learn how cutting-edge technology in the 3DEXPERIENCE platform empowers engineers to unlock new realms of performance optimization and efficiency in Motorsport. Discover the new world of performance-driven design, where optimal designs are computer-generated based on requirements and KPIs. Whether that is to reduce the weight of existing designs, design new parts more efficiently or be a source of inspiration for more innovative designs. Webinar
MODSIM Web Series #7 | F1 & Motorsport - Engineering Robust Composite Components
Watch the replay on demand and learn how the 3DEXPERIENCE platform can be leveraged for composite design, covering topics from concept through to production. Discover the extensive modeling and simulation technologies that exist within a unified data environment. Understand how left shifting can add significant value to the composite design process, empowering designers and engineers with cutting-edge tools to develop the best possible composite products. Webinar Highlights: Discover how our
MODSIM Web Series #6 | F1 & Motorsport - Revolutionizing Design and Simulation Practices
Watch this webinar on demand and learn how modeling & simulation (MODSIM) on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform enables F1 engineers to push the boundaries of speed, performance and technology. Discover the dynamic implementation of modeling and simulation (MODSIM), revolutionizing day-to-day simulation in motorsport. Deep dive into the world of simulation, harnessing the power of a unified data model that seamlessly connects designer and analyst—bridging the gap between their expertise and paving
MODSIM Web Series #5: Design of High-Performance Thermal Systems with Unified Modeling & Simulation
Watch this webinar on demand to learn how advances in unified modeling and simulation enable collaboration between designers and engineers to assess and improve thermal system performance throughout the development process. Why? Because you will gain insights into the use of SIMULIA’s robust and validated computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation for accurately predicting real-world transient conditions in the most complex geometry done with CATIA. Watch now
MODSIM Web Series #4 | Faster Vehicle Model Build to Speed Up Time to Market
A new frontier has opened in the automotive industry. Traditional manufacturing methods used for internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles are giving way to the new design possibilities of electric vehicles (EVs). Organizations must ensure these new vehicles meet strict global and local regulatory requirements for sustainability and performance. Simulation technology enables manufacturers to evaluate virtual prototypes of their vehicles in real-world conditions instead of building hundreds of
MODSIM Web Series #3 | Requirements & Systems Engineering (MBSE)
Watch Episode 3 of our MODSIM web series! Discover an efficient process for product development from initial requirements to finished concepts. The integration of requirements engineering, system architecture, design and validation creates a stable foundation for a functioning development process. However, there are still challenges: A single-source-of-truth does not exist for the validation of technical project data Departments work in silos, often leading to inconsistencies in the
MODSIM Web Series #2 | Go Beyond Simulation-Driven Product Development
Discover the second webinar of our MODSIM web series! Design and simulation are still viewed as separate processes. As a result, the exchange of information from designer to simulation expert often happens too late in the development cycle. This leads to prolonged processes that often need repeating, resulting in increased development times. However, following a unified modeling and simulation (MODSIM) approach can overcome these barriers and enable engineering teams to: Validate products early
MODSIM Web Series #1 | 3DEXPERIENCE Vehicle Simulation & Styling
Discover the first webinar of ourMODSIM web series! First impressions count a lot in the world’s automotive markets. A vehicle’s look is a major driver in the decision to purchase, and manufacturers are under pressure to bring impactful styles quickly to market. But consumers and regulators also want a vehicle that performs well in terms of handling, comfort and—especially for electric vehicles—range. Designers are under pressure to innovate, but also to get it right the first time. CATIA
📺 2023 MODSIM Web Series
Episodes
Discover how Pascal Pancrace takes advantage of the 3DEXPERIENCE platform for MODeling and SIMulation at Renault
We were very happy to welcome Pascal Pancrace, head of Simulation Innovation Projects at Renault, during the CATIA Concept Engineering Europe Community Day on October 26. In this short video, we focus on what Pascal Pancrace explains about his mission and what he appreciates about certain capabilities offered by the Concept Structure Engineering role. Take a look and hear his opinions, especially on early dimensioning, automatic layer stacking, and the magical effect of a flange adapting its
🎥From traditional design to topology optimization [4 mins]
@MK takes us through how to move from traditional design methods to using the 3DEXPERIENCE platform - giving engineers and designers a single interface with traceable model-based solutions. ▶️ Watch the full webinar: 🔎Discover more:
MODSIM Webinar on May 20 at 5 pm (CEST) | Drive and Automate EV’s Battery Pack Structure Design in 3DEXPERIENCE Platform
Hello CATIA, MODSIM and SIMULIA users, In this webinar, we will talk about best practices to drive the structure design of EV’s battery-carrying space. It is an innovative MODSIM approach where Visual Scripting allows design automation and Concept Structure Analyst allows end-to-end process automation. Here are some of the highlights to look forward to Agile Modular Design definition and enhanced design resiliency to any input change Unified, scalable, and associative MODeling/SIMulation
Conference of CATIA & StrongByForm at JEC World 2025 | Replay
Following @WS excellent post on the presentation made by StrongByForm during JEC World 2025, here is the recording. You can watch it and comment below. A revolution based on wood and composites logic 🎤 Thanks to the 3DEXPERIENCE Lab, @Andres Mitnik , the CEO and co-founder of Strong by Form, and @Denis Schmitz , a mechanical engineer contractor, alongside @OS, showed how the "Woodflow technology represents a profound understanding of both the potential of wood as a material and the
AI/ML in Physics simulations: Introduction to Surrogate Modelling with a beginner level workflow.
Introduction Surrogate modelling (also known as black-box modelling, meta-modelling or response surface modelling) is a technique used to approximate complex simulations with simpler mathematical models. In the context of 3DEXPERIENCE PLATFORM SIMULIA APPS or SIMULIA ABAQUS and ISIGHT, surrogate modelling is often used to reduce computational cost when running detailed simulations. Instead of running expensive full simulations for every design variation or parameter set, a surrogate model is
Linear Dynamics- A beginner's introduction (Finite Element Analysis)
Linear dynamics in 3DEXPERIENCE Mechanical Scenario Creation App or ABAQUS refers to the study of structural response under dynamic loading while assuming linear material behavior, small deformations, and small strain. ABAQUS provides several procedures to perform linear dynamic analysis efficiently. Types of Linear Dynamic Analyses in ABAQUSABAQUS offers multiple linear dynamic analysis techniques, primarily using modal methods to reduce computational cost: 1. Natural Frequency Extraction
🚀Webinar: Unified Modeling and Simulation for Next-Gen Engineering Education
Educators, engineering is evolving - stay ahead with MODSIM (Unified Modeling & Simulation)! Traditional, rigid workflows are giving way to a real-time, dynamic process, where design and simulation evolve together—boosting efficiency and sparking innovation. This is why your students need MODSIM: ✅ Hands-on experience with real-time design & simulation ✅ Industry-relevant skills for the future of engineering ✅ Enhanced problem-solving through integrated modeling & simulation 🗓️ When? April
📣 2025 | MODSIM Summit
The MODSIM Summit is THE opportunity to better understand the MODSIM technology and how it can impact your business today User StoriesHear from existing MODSIM users, showcasing their MODSIM journeys and discussing how MODSIM is fundamentally transforming their way of engineering by left-shifting and democratizing simulation: Honda Motor Company: Designing the Future by Digitizing Knowledge and Know-How MODSIM Champion Fabien Chancel: Bringing Simulation into the Design Phase Through Generative
Q&A from the MODSIM Summit 2025
We were thrilled at the high level of attendee engagement in the chat windows during the MODSIM Summit last month and we tried to answer as many questions as possible live during the event. Below is the collated list of questions and answers (some new and improved!) from all three broadcasts of the Summit. If you have any MODSIM-related questions that we've not answered yet, please ask them in this post's comments. About MODSIM Is MODSIM like an orchestrator between 3DEXPERIENCE tools and
🚲Strong by Form at JEC 2025: a wood-based composite bike story 🚲
✨ A showcase: innovation by the 3DEXPERIENCE Lab startups ✨ Last week took place the international fair for composite professionals - the JEC World - and the 3DEXPERIENCE Lab had yet another occasion to help showcase the power of the 3DEXPERIENCE platform and our beloved brands such as CATIA, SIMULIA and 3DEXCITE to foster innovation through one of our amazing startups, let me introduce you Strong by Form. Strong by Form team Strong By Form is revolutionizing the industry by introducing the
🎥Structural Generative Design (SGD) in 3DEXPERIENCE - Bead Optimization [8 min]
Want significantly stiffer designs without adding weight? See how bead optimization with 3DEXPERIENCE's Structural Generative Designer role (SGD) revolutionizes your workflow. In this workflow, strategically placed stiffening beads deliver a dramatic stiffness improvement while maintaining a consistent mass. This video builds on our generative design tutorials, walking you through the process. We start with a linear static analysis and define optimization constraints. Then, we generate a concept
🎥Concept model of an F1 race car front wing | Demonstration [4 mins]
@MK demonstrates how to use MODSIM with this example of a concept model of a F1 race car front wing. He shows you how to update parameters in CATIA and then put this parametric CAD model into a simulation model. ▶️ Watch the full webinar to learn more:
🎥Optimizing Cabin Thermal Comfort: A Virtual Simulation Workflow [4 mins]
As consumers demand more comfortable and efficient experiences, cabin design is becoming a key factor for OEMs. With challenges like fuel economy and electric vehicle range, Dassault Systèmes offers solutions for designing innovative, energy-efficient cabins that meet legal requirements and enhance passenger comfort. ▶️ In this video clip, @JC introduces a workflow for cabin thermal comfort ▶️Watch the full webinar to learn more about thermal workflows
2025 3DEXPERIENCE MODELING & SIMULATION会议
Event replay Youku YouTube 00:00 Introduction 03:12 Executive discussion 12:07 Honda Motor Company 28:00 MODSIM technology demonstration 52:27 MODSIM Champion Fabien Chancel 1:06:01 Renault Group 1:19:21 Parametric Shape Optimization tool 1:24:35 ASICS See also the full ASICS Customer Story on 3ds.com 1:27:50 NAAREA See also the full NAAREA Customer Story on 3ds.com 1:30:42 Polimi Motor Factory See also the full Polimi Motor Factory Customer Story on 3ds.com
🎥 Generative Design in 3DEXPERIENCE (GDE) - Multiple Concept Generation [5 min]
I'm back again with another video exploring how to generate multiple concepts using the Function-Driven Generative Design app in 3DEXPERIENCE. We will demonstration how generative design within 3DEXPERIENCE can rapidly generate and refine multiple concepts while adhering to functional design requirements. We'll start with an existing study where a topology optimization was previously run for an additive manufacturing concept. We will then take the existing topology optimization study and use the
2025 events
MODSIM Summit, February 12
2025 3DEXPERIENCE MODELING & SIMULATION 컨퍼런스 다시보기
Event replay 00:00 Introduction 03:12 Executive discussion 12:07 Honda Motor Company 28:00 MODSIM technology demonstration 52:27 MODSIM Champion Fabien Chancel 1:06:02 Renault Group 1:19:21 Parametric Shape Optimization tool 1:24:35 ASICS See also the full ASICS Customer Story on 3ds.com 1:27:50 NAAREA See also the full NAAREA Customer Story on 3ds.com 1:30:42 Polimi Motor Factory See also the full Polimi Motor Factory Customer Story on 3ds.com
Japan25 MODSIM日本ユーザー様向け情報
Event replay 00:00 Introduction 03:12 Executive discussion 12:07 Honda Motor Company 28:00 MODSIM technology demonstration 52:27 MODSIM Champion Fabien Chancel 1:06:02 Renault Group 1:19:21 Parametric Shape Optimization tool 1:24:35 ASICS See also the full ASICS Customer Story on 3ds.com 1:27:50 NAAREA See also the full NAAREA Customer Story on 3ds.com 1:30:42 Polimi Motor Factory See also the full Polimi Motor Factory Customer Story on 3ds.com
Welcome to the MODSIM community
The MODSIM community is the place to be for simulation, modeling and design experts. Come to watch event replays, explore a wide range of MODSIM resources and discuss with your peers from CATIA, SOLIDWORKS and SIMULIA. ➡️ Our aim is simple: break down the silos between design, modeling and simulation and see the value that looking at the design process as a whole can bring. Learn more:
What is MODSIM?
MODSIM unifies modeling and simulation on a common data model within a single user experience on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. The goal is to consider the whole product development process and break down barriers. MODSIM is more than simulation-driven design. MODSIM enables simulation to drive the entire product development process from beginning to end, from requirements to architecture, from validation to certification, and from product development to program management, including design
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Plenary @MODSIM22
Plenary ReplaysSustainability Driving Innovation, Dassault Systèmes Executives Olivier Sappin, Jean-Paul Roux, Florian Jurecka Customer Keynote - Addressing CPG industry challenges with a MODSIM approach Mel CREASEY, Packaging Excellence Leader, Unilever Unified Modeling & Simulation for Sustainability Gregor Judex, Daniel Pyzak, Dhiraj Nahar, Joe Amodeo, & Steve Mulski Customer Keynote – Renaulution Virtual Twin: Empowering design teams through simulation Pascal Remusan, General
📢 2022 3DEXPERIENCE MODELING & SIMULATION CONFERENCE
Intro VideoThe 3DEXPERIENCE Modeling & Simulation Conference focuses on game-changing technology from CATIA, SOLIDWORKS and SIMULIA, inspiring managers and leaders to design and innovate the next generation of products on one business platform. Explore the event replays to understand the benefits of moving to a unified design and simulation approach, which cannot be achieved with disconnected tools. The 3DEXPERIENCE platform provides sophisticated technologies and solutions for
Panel | Accelerate Advanced Design Concepts For Product Design
The concept phase has become the most critical to the product development cycle. As an example, the ongoing electrification of mobility requires redefining structures to accommodate and address new packaging challenges related to securing the battery pack. Body structures or components must be lightweight, meet performance requirements, be scalable, and deliver the same level of performance across different configurations, with minimum design changes. Find out the views of domain experts
Panel | Modeling & Simulation Flying Towards New Horizons: From Concept to Certification
Join experts to explore visions and challenges in two crucial domains of aerospace innovation: conceptual studies and certification. Mastering simulation-based processes is crucial for efficient workflows, particularly in the conceptual phase. Accelerating the transition from CAD to simulation is key. Topics in this phase include aerodynamics, structural analysis, and systems integration. Simulation also plays a more and more important role in certification, ensuring safety and
Panel | Accelerate Innovation of High-Tech & Medical Devices with MODSIM
This panel discussion explores how medical and high-tech device manufacturers are transforming their product innovation process to beat the competition with faster product cycles while staying on top of industry trends. During this session, Industry Experts will share their experiences and insights on leveraging the unified modeling & simulation (MODSIM) approach for achieving design KPIs and regulatory compliance, while at the same time reducing costs and turn-around times. The panel will
Panel | How MODSIM Benefits the Development of Packaging
The use of simulation in the CPG industry has grown significantly over the past 25 years, becoming essential for packaging development and validation. While typically handled by specialists, the industry faces the pressing challenge of sustainability, demanding innovative solutions and greater agility in development. Simulation is a key tool in accelerating innovation and should shift from a reactive troubleshooting approach to proactive use for concept evaluation and virtual testing of
Plenary @MODSIM23
Plenary Replays Welcome & Executive Remarks Sebastian Gauthier, SIMULIA Worldwide Sales & Marketing VP, Dassault Systèmes Olivier Sappin, CATIA CEO, Dassault Systèmes including the interview with Mark Zhou, Executive Vice President of NIO - Chaiman of Product Committee by Olivier Sappin Customer Keynote: Integrated Application of the Design and Simulation for NIO Automotive Electric Drive System Nancy Tang, CAE Manager, EH Dept., NIO Transformation through Modeling & Simulation
📣 2023 MODELING & SIMULATION Conference
The 2023 virtual 3DEXPERIENCE Modeling & Simulation Conference focused on game-changing technology from CATIA, SOLIDWORKS and SIMULIA, inspiring managers and leaders to design and innovate the next generation of products on one business platform. ◽ 2023 컨퍼런스 다시보기 ◽ 2023 会议 ◽ 2023 日本ユーザー様向け情報 Agenda Plenary Time 1:00 PM Welcome & Executive Remarks1:30 PM Keynote: Integrated Application of the Design and Simulation for NIO Automotive Electric Drive System Nancy Tang, CAE Manager, EH
MODSIM Summit 2025 Customer Story Links
The final segment of the MODSIM Summit 2025 showcased brief highlights from three MODSIM customer references. If you're interested in the complete case studies, you can find the links in the table below. 💬⬇️Share your thoughts and comments on this post. ⭐Do you have a favorite MODSIM case study? 🎓Did you learn something new or unexpected? ⚙️ Are they using techniques or workflows similar to yours? 🔬Is there anything they mentioned that you would like to learn more about?
🎥Setting Up a Topology Optimization Study in Functional Generative Design [5 min]
Did you know that with the Function-Driven Generative Designer role and the Functional Generative Design app, you can quickly set up a topology optimization study and generate an editable B-Rep solid body? This allows users to go beyond un-editable mesh outputs, enabling full control over design refinement and manufacturing readiness. In this video, we walk through defining the design space, applying loads and restraints, and running an optimization study. You’ll also learn how to apply
MODSIM Summit: Join us on February 12
We are no longer just envisioning the future — we are living it! On February 12, the world’s leading experts in Modeling and Simulation will gather for the 3DEXPERIENCE Modeling & Simulation (MODSIM) Summit—and you’re invited! This year, we will debut an exciting new talk-show format designed to spark dynamic discussions and deliver actionable insights. Best of all, the event is virtual and free to attend. Discover how top companies are already transforming operations, accelerating time to
MODSIM Mania is back with a 2.0 version! 🔧
👂 Guess what? MODSIM Mania is making its big comeback with version 2.0! The whole 3DEXPERIENCE Edu team is looking forward to this new adventure and to seeing you learn, evolve and create new models. Engineering is an exciting, stimulating and rewarding discipline with many possibilities, and we're here to support you. 🤝 Ready to accelerate product innovation? Stay tuned, registrations are coming soon! 🦾 To learn more about the competition and the proceedings of the 2024 edition please
📢 MODSIM: New Podcast Alert!
👉 Check out this NEW Podcast episode featuring two Dassault Systèmes experts, Daniel Pyzak and Dhiraj Nahar. In this new release, we delve into what unified modeling and simulation (MODSIM) is and how it empowers engineers and designers to improve their product development processes. Discover how companies, from startups to large enterprises, can use the power of MODSIM to innovate faster and develop more sustainable and higher-quality products. Don't miss the ride—hit play now! 🎧 Left
🎥Find out what our experts are saying about MODSIM | Cagatay Serin [1 min]
SIMULIA's Head of Global Marketing, @Cagatay SERIN, shares how the unification of modeling and simulation enables seamless collaboration between experts working on the same data model, improving efficiency and driving innovation in product development.
Streamlining Braided Stent Design for Aneurysm Treatment with MODSIM (CATIA and SIMULIA PowerFLOW)
Aneurysms in critical regions like the brain and aorta pose significant risks, where rupture can be life-threatening. The design and development of flow-diverting braided stents – essential for treating wide-neck and complex aneurysms – can be time-consuming and costly. At Dassault Systèmes, we have developed a Modeling and Simulation (MODSIM) workflow to accelerate and improve this process through advanced simulations. This workflow leverages CATIA for parametric stent design, followed by
🎥Find out what our experts are saying about MODSIM | Patricia Millot [1 min]
Looking for ways to help your engineers and designers to work together to be as innovative as possible? @Patricia MILLOT explains how MODSIM and virtual twins are revolutionizing technology.
Body Model Build Workflow | Step 2 - Automated Modeling [7 mins]
@Pravin BHAWAR runs through step 2 of the Body Model Build Workflow - Automated Modeling. Substeps in Automated Modeling: Symmetric Part detection Mid-Surfacing and Meshing Mid-Surface correction Symmetric mesh creation ▶️Watch the full webinar
🎥Find out what our experts are saying about MODSIM | Joe Amodeo [1 min]
@Joe AMODEO shows how MODSIM can enhance every aspect of product design, boosting efficiency and competitiveness.
CATIA Talk: MODSIM – Integrated solution for Composite Design and Manufacturing | December 5th at 3pm (CET)
Hello CATIA Users, imagine a world where composite part design, simulation and manufacturing departments work seamlessly together, eliminating inefficiencies and bringing ideas to life faster than ever before. Discover how the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform can revolutionize your workflow by unifying design, simulation, and manufacturing in a single environment. In this CATIA Talk, we will showcase how CATIA and SIMULIA are enabling composite design and manufacturing by highlighting: Early
💡Breaking down Systems Engineering - A Cyber Magic Grid Approach [5 mins]
@Morten HUBER briefly explains the Cyber Magic Grid modeling approach used at Dassault Systèmes and applies it to the example of an electric car. ▶️Watch the full webinar
🎥Find out what our experts are saying about MODSIM | Gregor Judex [1 min]
@Gregor JUDEX explains how unifying modeling and simulation leads to faster optimal designs. He explains how MODSIM helps design and virtually test electric vehicle floor panels.
Concept model build technology using the example of a Body in White (BIW) [4 mins]
@David BINDER-HIRSCHBERGER explains how to utilize Concept Structure Engineering technology like layers, stackings, modules and parameters for a flexible Body in White build. ▶️Watch the full webinar
🎥Find out what our experts are saying about MODSIM | Frédéric Merceron [2 minutes]
CATIA expert @Frédéric MERCERON discusses MODSIM in the context of vehicles, highlighting how it transforms processes and the way people work.
MODSIM Web Series #21 | A MODSIM Multi-Physics Approach to Design Safe & Efficient EV Battery
Watch the replay and learn more about the digital design process, which provides insight into battery behavior, such as electrochemistry, thermal, fluid and structure, to confidently design batteries. The success of an Electric Vehicle (EV) program heavily relies on getting the right battery material, cell design, and pack design. However, it is difficult to be confident about getting the design right the first time fulfilling competing performance metrics. In this webinar, we demonstrate how
📺 2024 MODSIM Web Series
➡️Series Homepage Individual Episodes ▶ See 📺 2023 MODSIM Web Series for earlier episodes
MODSIM Web Series #22 | The Future of Aircraft Development from Concept to Certification
Join us for this live webinar on November 19 and learn more about a new way of unified modeling and simulation, integrated on a platform that provides a single source of truth about the status of the aircraft geometry. The ability to simulate complex physical problems in the aircraft development process with ever increasing levels of accuracy has made amazing advances in the last decade. But many of these capabilities remain in the domain of experts and are limited to niche problems that are
🎥Find out what our experts are saying about MODSIM | Daniel Pyzak [2 mins]
CATIA expert @Daniel PYZAK explains how CAD models are automatically analyzed through simulation, streamlining the process. This approach leads to faster time to market, improved quality, and reduced costs—our standard way of working.
Event presentation: Pattern-based approach for Concept Engineering
During the Concept Engineering Community Day 2024, I had the honor to present how pattern-based approaches can be leveraged with examples of the aerospace and railway industry. Please find the recording of the session below. Do not hesitate to share any questions or feedback. Concept Structure Engineering Concept Engineering .
[EVENT REPORT] 2024 Concept Engineering Community Day Darmstadt
This year, on September 25, we met with our community in our facilities in Darmstadt to discuss Concept Structure Engineering topics and share concept studies and demos. Although the event was named Europe, we were delighted to welcome guests from Japan and the United States. We started early in the morning with a Q&A session to get to know our host, Manohar PRABHU, who was surprised about some of the questions he was asked. 😄 This was followed by a panel discussion about "From ideas to
Event presentation: Mega castings in concept design
I had the pleasure to participate and contribute to this years Concept Engineering Community Day 2024 in Darmstadt. It was a very content rich and exciting event with a lot of inspiring discussions and interactions: At this event we had the chance to present the 3DEXPERIENCE capabilities for Mega castings in concept design. The recording is available here: And here is the presentation material: Enjoy and feel free to get in touch for remarks or related questions. Concept Structure
Event presentation: Design study on crash management system
It was my pleasure to show this presentation at our 2024 Concept Engineering Community Day in Darmstadt. I am thrilled to be part of this vivid concept engineering expert community. Thanks for the interest and lots of questions. You can watch the recording: And this is the presentation itself: Please comment or write to me directly if you have some remark or question. Concept Structure Engineering
Modelling and Simulation of Tower Crane
Hello everyone, I’m excited to share our work on the modelling and simulation of a Tower Crane, conducted by @Nikhil WALUNJ and @Karan CHINTAWAR. Here’s a concise overview of our workflow, highlighting the tools and processes we used: Workflow Overview: 1. 3D Modeling: - We created detailed 3D models of each component using 3DExperience CATIA: - Part Design App for individual components. - Assembly Design/Mechanical Systems Design App for assembling the crane. 2. Dynamic
Vehicle Simulation & Styling: Seamless Early Concept Development with Aerodynamic Feedback [9 minutes]
MODELING SIMULATION @Rick SHOCK takes you through using the platform to seamlessly connect the work of the Stylist, Simulation Analyst and Analyst in this 9 min demo: Click above to play the 9 minute demo ▶️Watch the full webinar
🚘 Europe Concept Engineering Community Day 2023 | Introduction by CATIA CEO and R&D VP
Hello, Do you remember the event that took place last year? I just wanted to publish the introduction made by Olivier Sappin, CATIA CEO, and Romain Perron, CATIA Design & Engineering R&D Vice-President in 2023. ▶️Watch this video to learn more about what Concept Engineering brings to CATIA and its users. And stay tuned, as we will soon summarize what happened last week during the latest Concept Engineering Community Day at Darmstadt!
📢 2023 Concept Engineering Community Days in NAM (Sept 7) and Europe (Oct 26)
Discover the presentations which were displayed during these two user meetings. Please use the individual chapters under this wiki page in the wiki tree to read them. Listen to the introduction by Olivier Sappin, CATIA CEO, and Romain Perron, CATIA R&D VP And watch the wrap up video below for some sneak peeks from the event... Thanks. The user meetings took place - in Auburn Hills, MI | USA, September 7, 2023
Simulation for Air Spring Fatigue Testing Machine.
Hello All, One of our customers wants to be able to model the content, which has both a visual and a video of the working principle below, and to perform the necessary tests in a virtual environment. https://www.mts.com/en/products/rail/air-spring https://youtu.be/4XJuO9mdOsE Is it possible to perform these tests in 3DEXPERIENCE Platform? If possible, with which tools? I would be pleased if you can provide information. (You can also send a message for co-operation.) Thanks. Necmi
3DEXPERIENCE: Seamless Integration of M&S to support the ASoT
Dassault Systèmes participated in the (OUSD R&D DEM&S) Tool Vendor Challenge on 7/24. The session was not recorded, but we recorded this video after the session so we could share with you. We believe it provides a compelling introduction of the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, SIMULIA Process Composer, CATIA Magic (Cameo), Test Management, and Traceability. Feel free to make comments and add your questions to this post. Thanks for watching!
📌 [User Event] Concept Engineering Community Days in Europe | Registration open!📆
Hey Concept Structure engineers! I bet you were already desperately waiting for this news! Waiting now comes to an end! The registration is now open for our user community days for concept structure engineering in Europe and the USA! 🚀🎇🎊 EUROPE When: 25 September, 2024 Where: Darmstadt, Germany What: 1 Day with a hands-on workshop in the afternoon & a farewell drink for networking How: Register here to get more details about the event. Concept Structure Engineering
MODSIM for Teams | e-book
Accelerate product development and make the most of your engineering resourcesUnified modeling and simulation or MODSIM for short– is revolutionizing product development. Implementing MODSIM in your team improves communication and collaboration among team members—even those with different specialties working across different teams and sites. Companies, including Airbus, Renault and Unilever, are already experiencing the benefits of MODSIM by breaking down silos, reducing costs and speeding time