3D visualization: speeding up validation processes with DMU

CONTACT extends its 3D Connect visualization offering with a high-end solution for digital mock-ups (DMU). This means that engineers can perform model analysis such as collision checks or clearance calculations directly in their task context.

With its own in-house applications and embedded partner technology, CONTACT is extending its 3D Connect range of solutions. This is based on a central infrastructure that makes CAD models and data from all the leading source systems available at any workstation. It can be used for both elementary use cases, for example document searches, and for specialist applications such as variant management. 3D Connect therefore opens up the virtual product model to a considerably larger user group.

Based on 3D Connect, selected extensions provide users with special analytical and visualization functions. Following the 3D PDF solution that we reported on in the last newsletter, we now present the extension for the DMU (digital mock-up).

With its own in-house applications and embedded partner technology, CONTACT is extending its 3D Connect range of solutions. This is based on a central infrastructure that makes CAD models and data from all the leading source systems available at any workstation. It can be used for both elementary use cases, for example document searches, and for specialist applications such as variant management. 3D Connect therefore opens up the virtual product model to a considerably larger user group.

Based on 3D Connect, selected extensions provide users with special analytical and visualization functions. Following the 3D PDF solution that we reported on in the last newsletter, we now present the extension for the DMU (digital mock-up).

The new DMU modules

In invenio Virtual Technologies, we are cooperating with a technology partner with acknowledged world-leading DMU algorithms. Thanks to this partnership, the high-performance DMU software, which has previously predominantly been used by automotive manufacturers, is now also available to our customers as a seamless integration in 3D Connect. This means that engineers can perform collision checks and clearance calculations, nearest neighbor searches, fill level analyses and much more directly in their task context throughout the product development processes.

The following DMU methods are available:

The new DMU modules

In invenio Virtual Technologies, we are cooperating with a technology partner with acknowledged world-leading DMU algorithms. Thanks to this partnership, the high-performance DMU software, which has previously predominantly been used by automotive manufacturers, is now also available to our customers as a seamless integration in 3D Connect. This means that engineers can perform collision checks and clearance calculations, nearest neighbor searches, fill level analyses and much more directly in their task context throughout the product development processes.

The following DMU methods are available:

Clash & Clearance
Analysis of collisions, contact surfaces and clearance bands in geometric models to permit the automatic computation of installation situations.
Image 1: Result of the computation of the contact surface analysis in the 3D Connect DMU app

Geometrical difference
Calculation of the geometrical differences (version comparison) between two models
Image 2: Visual analysis of the calculation of geometrical differences based on the example of a seat backrest.

Nearest neighbor searches
Computation of neighboring parts without it being necessary for there to be any direct structural relation between these parts

Clash & Clearance
Analysis of collisions, contact surfaces and clearance bands in geometric models to permit the automatic computation of installation situations.
Image 1: Result of the computation of the contact surface analysis in the 3D Connect DMU app

Geometrical difference
Calculation of the geometrical differences (version comparison) between two models
Image 2: Visual analysis of the calculation of geometrical differences based on the example of a seat backrest.

Nearest neighbor searches
Computation of neighboring parts without it being necessary for there to be any direct structural relation between these parts

Removal of model content
Computation of the geometrical shell to reduce data volumes and protect IP

High-quality image generation
Realistic, photo-quality illustrations and line drawings
Image 3: Derived image formats based on the example of a combustion engine

Removal of model content
Computation of the geometrical shell to reduce data volumes and protect IP

High-quality image generation
Realistic, photo-quality illustrations and line drawings
Image 3: Derived image formats based on the example of a combustion engine

These DMU algorithms are supplied with geometry data via 3D Connect and are incorporated in the specialist applications. Examples include specialist applications such as ECM (engineering change management), CAD data management, comparisons between variants and the preparation of data for technical documentation. In addition, the results can be automatically provided in archive, exchange and export formats such as 3D PDF or JT.

Summary

The new DMU functionality in 3D Connect makes state-of-the-art DMU algorithms available at every workstation and provides users with comprehensive support when testing and releasing designs. This makes it easier, for example, for them to compare alternative models and supplied designs. The digital assembly of the geometry models and its computer-assisted analysis reduces errors and speeds up the validation process. 

Your contact person at CONTACT: Dr. Patrick Müller, PLM Product Manager

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