Sumitomo Riko Leverages Ansys AI Technology to Accelerate Simulation Over 10x for Automotive Component Design and Manufacturing
Ansys SimAI helps engineers swiftly predict physics-based behavior — including mechanical, thermal, and chemical — across product design and manufacturing
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Synopsys portfolio of simulation & analysis solutions, the Ansys SimAI™ platform enables Sumitomo Riko to accelerate simulation speed over 10x when compared to traditional simulation methods - Sumitomo Riko is using SimAI to rapidly generate high-fidelity models that are easily accessible to experts and non-experts, creating a comprehensive design-to-manufacturing workflow that strengthens product lifecycle management (PLM) processes
Sumitomo Riko is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance rubber automotive components. To ensure a safe and smooth ride, engineers must understand how the various components within the system behave under extreme loads and stressors. This requires running hundreds of multiphysics simulations where pre-processing tasks, like defining geometric parameters for the model, require extensive time and simulation expertise.
To accelerate product development, Sumitomo Riko is using SimAI and previously generated data to train AI models of high-performance rubber products, such as vibration isolators and hoses, without having to parametrize the geometry. This approach delivers AI models capable of making performance predictions under five minutes — over one hour of time savings for each new design — with accuracy comparable to high-fidelity simulation.
For example, initial testing revealed that SimAI could accelerate simulation cycles over 10x when predicting the mechanical performance of certain rubber bushes — components that play a key role in reducing shock and vibration within suspension systems. This significant speedup enables faster design iterations and more efficient workflows.
"To remain at the forefront of polymer and comprehensive evaluation technology innovation, we are working to implement workflow automation capabilities across the entire product lifecycle" said
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"Modern product development begins with quality data and leading simulation solutions," said
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