Siemens introduced the PAVE360 pre-silicon autonomous validation environment—a program established to enable and accelerate the development of innovative autonomous vehicle platforms. PAVE360 provides a comprehensive environment for multi-supplier collaboration across the automotive ecosystem for the development of next-generation automotive chips. PAVE360 also extends digital twin simulation beyond processors to include automotive hardware and software sub-systems, full […]
Industrial-Grade Inverter Series G120C Extends Siemens Offering Into More Markets
The Sinamics G120C, with a rated power range of 0.55 to 18.5 kW, sets new standards in its class with compact dimensions, fast commissioning times, simplicity of operation, ease of servicing and highly integrated functionality. The Sinamics G120C has been specially optimized for use in today’s smaller control cabinets, mounted directly onto or positioned near […]
Microgrids in the American Power Network
Siemens is working with customers in the United States to move generation closer to load sources, increasing distributed energy sources on the grid. Many large energy users – military bases, universities, commercial campuses, etc – are looking to invest in on-site generation and infrastructure due to the significant value of increased resiliency and energy security […]
Siemens Sinamics Drive Family Features Integrated Web Server
Siemens has announced the enhancement of its Sinamics S120 drive system with an integrated web server to facilitate more efficient diagnostic and maintenance functionality for end-users, integrators and system designers alike. With this drive improvement, a user may access the Sinamics S120 with any PC with a browser capable of internet connectivity through a standard […]
University of Michigan Wins American Solar Challenge
The University of Michigan crossed the finish line in Minneapolis to win their eighth national championship in the 2014 American Solar Challenge. The team, which switched to Siemens PLM software technology in 2013 as their primary tool for product design and development, successfully completed a seven-day course across eight states, four hours faster than its […]
Premier Truck Manufacturer Enhances Durability Testing
Meeting diverse needs With brand names such as Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner, Western Star, Fuso and BharatBenz, Daimler Trucks is one of today’s biggest globally active developer and manufacturer of trucks. Asia accounts for 32 percent of unit sales, followed by the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) region (27 percent), Europe (22 percent) and Latin America […]
Racing Teams Speed Software Learning Curve Using Online Tools
Speed is the essence of auto racing. The first car to the finish line wins, so it is the responsibility of every crew member – including those who work at team headquarters designing and building parts and systems – to do whatever they can to help make the cars go faster. Engineers, designers and machinists […]