Zero Prototype Innovation Day

How are you redefining the boundaries of automotive design? As the industry accelerates towards a future where efficiency, sustainability, and innovation are paramount, the question stands: Are you leading the curve or just keeping pace? We invite you to embark on a transformative journey into the world of zero prototyping. 

Discover how embracing digital twins, leveraging machine learning in CAE, and cutting-edge NVH simulations can drastically reduce development cycles, cut costs, and enhance product performance. This exclusive event will unveil the latest technological advancements and provide a unique platform for interactive discussions and networking with industry leaders. Join us to explore how you can transform challenges into opportunities, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in automotive design and manufacturing. Are you prepared to drive the change? 

Agenda: 

Morning sessions: The digital twin you can’t compete without 

• 08:00AM-08:30AM Registration & Breakfast 

• 08:30AM-09:00AM Welcome & vision for the future: Zero prototyping with Hexagon - Presented by Mike LaPerre, Sales Director - North America

  • Overview of the benefits of moving towards zero prototyping in the automotive sector. Discover how zero prototyping is not just a concept but a strategic advantage, slashing development costs and time to market in the journey towards innovation.

• 09:00AM-10:00AM Transform digital twins with Adams and Romax – Presented by Lou Long, Business Enablement Director, Americas, Hexagon / Ian Hogg, Product Manager, Hexagon 

  • Dive deep into how our industry leading MBD tools are setting new benchmarks in automotive manufacturing 

  • Discover how to achieve a seamless integration for peak performance gains through the Romax and Adams collaboration that is transforming MBD/NVH applications.     

  • Customer success story: Transforming OshKosh with Adams RT - A testament to the efficiency and accuracy of virtual testing. 

• 10:00AM-10:15AM Break 

Mid-morning sessions: Advancing eMobility with cutting-edge NVH simulations 

• 10:15AM-11:15PM Body eMobility transformation: High-performance NVH solutions with JMAG – Presented by Dheeraj Bobba, Principle EM Design Engineer, Powersys – JMAG and Nikhil Ghaisas, Acoustics Senior Solutions Engineer, Hexagon 

  • Unlock superior sound quality with Actran and dive into advanced encapsulation techniques  

  • Discover the Actran advantage for mid and high frequency and how to achieve unprecedented levels of noise and vibration control. 

• 11:15AM-12:00PM Body eMobility transformation: High-performance NVH solutions with Actran – Nikhil Ghaisas, Acoustics Senior Solutions Engineer, Hexagon 

  • Explore advancements in EM Modelling with JMAG and Romax that enhance electric powertrain acoustics and vibration product performance.   

Lunch break 

• 12:00PM-1:00PM Networking Lunch 

Afternoon sessions: Transforming simulations and integrating machine learning 

• 1PM:00-2:00PM Supercharging MSC Nastran: Latest developments including key enhancements to nonlinear analysis with Sol400 – Presented by Vicky Tsianika, Product Manager, Hexagon / Kumar Cherukuri, Applications Engineer, Hexagon 

  • Witness the future of simulations with the latest non-linear advancements that push the limits of design validation and a showcase of how MSC Nastran helps tackle complex eMobility challenges.  

• 2:00PM-2:15PM Break 

• 2:15PM-3:15PM Empowering design with AI: Leveraging machine learning in CAE for optimized design processes – Presented by Vicky Tsianika, Product Manager, Hexagon 

  • Explore how machine learning is not just enhancing CAE but transforming it, predicting failures and enabling faster, more accurate design decisions. 

• 3:15PM-4:00PM Virtual prototyping in battery development: Accelerating innovation with integrated simulations – Presented by Sunil Vytla, Manager, CFD Global Support, Hexagon

  • Discover how virtual prototyping is accelerating innovation in battery technology from thermal management to structural analysis, streamlining a safer and more efficient battery product development. 

Closing session: Interactive tour and networking 

• 4:00PM-5:00PM Tour of the facility and networking 

Hyatt Place Detroit Novi