Introduction Over the past decades, the automotive industry has evolved from mechanical engineering to electronics and software. Today, software has become the “heart” of modern vehicles, driving everything from powertrain and safety systems to user experience. According to McKinsey, software can represent up to 40% of a car’s total value. Therefore, software engineering capability is now a key differentiator among OEMs and suppliers. 1. From Distributed ECUs to Centralized Architectures Traditionally, each vehicle function was controlled by a separate Electronic Control Unit (ECU) — leading to up to 100 ECUs per car. This caused complexity, high costs, and integration challenges....
Introduction In engineering and product design, Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) has long been the foundation for simulation, analysis, and optimization. It allows engineers to predict performance and prevent failures before manufacturing, saving both time and cost. However, with the rapid growth of Artificial Intelligence (AI), a new wave of innovation is emerging — AI-integrated simulation. Instead of relying solely on mathematical models, AI-driven CAE enables learning from data, automating processes, and predicting results in real time. This article explores how traditional CAE differs from AI-based simulation, analyzing their principles, benefits, limitations, and the future of digital engineering. Traditional CAE – The...
