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First open-source digital twin for mobility systems testing unveiled by Mcity
The first open-source digital twin of the Mcity Test Facility, the University of Michigan’s proving ground for connected and autonomous vehicles and technologies, is now available to the public. The new Mcity digital twin, developed with support from the National Science Foundation, is said to be the first open-source digital twin for mobility systems testing, including autonomous driving.
“This takes our almost 10-year-old track and puts the digital replica directly over it. That’s a living, breathing manifestation of that physical track where people can do mixed reality testing and development,” said Greg Stevens, director of research at Mcity.
TRC acquires Automotive Enviro Testing cold weather complex
Transportation Research Center, a proving ground in Ohio, North America, has taken over the Automotive Enviro Testing (AET) facility in Baudette, Minnesota. The 470-acre AET complex, now known as TRC Minnesota, is well-known in North America for its cold weather proving ground facilities with its range of ice- and snow-covered surfaces and sub-zero cold chambers.
TRC Minnesota joins TRC’s portfolio of other resources, including the 4,500-acre TRC Ohio complex, which was established in 1974, and the 225-acre TRC California, which serves west coast clients.
Hinduja Tech expands global reach with Tecosim Group acquisition
Reinforcing its European presence and enhancing its capabilities, Hinduja Tech, a mobility-focused R&D company based in India, has acquired Tecosim Group, a prominent European engineering services provider.
This takeover expands Hinduja Tech’s international operations – strengthening its foothold in Europe and creating new growth opportunities. Hinduja Tech will also benefit from Tecosim Group’s virtual validation and body engineering know-how and specialist workforce. By combining the strengths of the two companies, Hinduja Tech will offer a wider range of services than the two companies could individually – spanning from next-generation technology development to systems integration.
Customizable radar test benches with temperature control developed by Telemeter Electronic
A technology tie-up between Telemeter Electronic, a manufacturer of RF test chambers, and dSPACE has introduced a new generation of customizable, high-performance radar test solutions with integrated temperature control.
Each radar test bench from Telemeter Electronic is customized, with particular attention given to the integration of motion actuators – either motorized or manual – to ensure flexibility in testing scenarios. Through the partnership, the company now offers rig integrated with the dSPACE Automotive Radar Test System (DARTS).
Laba7 and AIX Racing to revolutionize suspension testing in F2 and F3
Suspension testing specialist Laba7 has partnered with FIA Formula 2 and Formula 3 team AIX Racing, in a collaboration that will benefit both parties – the test equipment provider will be able to enhance “its visibility in top-tier motorsports” while the racing team gains access to “state-of-the-art tools to optimize performance”, the companies said.
Earlier this year, Laba7 unveiled a new electromagnetic damper testing system, which achieves optimal suspension performance and provides a significant competitive edge.
Latest MME format now supported in version 8.6 of measX’s X-Crash software
Updates within version 8.6 of X-Crash, an automated crash analysis software environment developed by measX, bring numerous advancements to the testing of passive vehicle safety. Developers at measX have added support for 36 new international regulations, ensuring the software remains top of the game in global testing standards.
Existing crash regulations and assessment methods have been updated and expanded to align with the latest requirements. One of the key highlights of this update is the full integration of the latest version of the ISO-revised multimedia data exchange format (MME) directly into the user interface.
Zeekr partners with Intellias to expand software engineering team in Europe
Intellias, a global engineering and consulting partner to automotive OEMs and Tier 1 solution providers, has partnered with electric mobility technology specialist Zeekr to further develop its software engineering capabilities in Europe.
To enable this partnership, Intellias has established a new software R&D hub in Krakow, Poland. Zeekr is working to transform the automotive experience through digitalization and customer co-creation, developing vehicles that adapt to user needs, anticipate preferences, and evolve with technological advancements.
FEV’s former Software and Testing Solutions division becomes Enorise
In June, Certina Group acquired FEV’s Software and Testing Solutions division. The division has now been rebranded as Enorise, reflecting its commitment to enhancing the efficiency and productivity of its customers’ testing systems. It also highlights Enorise’s focus on energy markets and their applications across various mobility sectors, including automotive, aerospace, rail, maritime and defense.
“Enorise’s ambition: simulate, automate, qualify,” commented Etienne Monchaux, COO of automation systems at Enorise. “Simulation dramatically reduces the time spent on expensive test benches.