Thermal Modeling Process Optimization

Abstract

Currently, Company XYZ conducts thermal validation using two approaches: full vehicle and local thermal models. In order to perform these analysis, three different software are used. STAR-CCM+ is used to run full vehicle models, while TAITherm and ANSA are used for the local models. STAR-CCM+ and TAITherm local model simulations were performed in order to compare their results and validate that STAR CCM+ can be used for both full vehicle and local models. On all test cases, STAR-CCM+ presented robust results and savings in total simulation time. Therefore, STAR-CCM+ was recommended as the preferred software for thermal validation. The consolidation of the thermal space under one software will also represent a significant reduction in licenses, immediately supporting the bottom line of the company. Key Terms ⎯ CAE for thermal validation, car manufacturing industry, thermal modeling, vehicle development.