Using Ansys in Optimizing the Design and Reliability of Automotive Components
Written by Alex Moga
PREH Romania
Preh Romania leverages cutting-edge technology and engineering expertise to design and manufacture high-quality automotive solutions that enhance vehicle functionality and driver experience. The team at Preh Romania focuses on delivering excellence through robust R&D processes, state-of-the-art production facilities, and a commitment to innovation, making them a vital part of Preh's global operations and a trusted partner for major automotive manufacturers worldwide.
Task Description
Preh, a leading automotive supplier specializing in Human-Machine Interface (HMI) products and e-mobility solutions, faced significant challenges in optimizing the design and reliability of their automotive components. The complexity of ensuring mechanical integrity, thermal management, and electromagnetic compatibility in their products required advanced simulation capabilities. Preh needed a reliable partner to provide comprehensive simulation tools to enhance their R&D processes and ensure product excellence.
Solution
Ansys provided a range of simulation solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of Preh's projects: Mechanical, Thermal, Electromagnetic and CFD Simulations.
Benefits
- Increased Efficiency: Preh reported a 20% reduction in development time due to the ability to virtually test and optimize designs before physical prototyping. This accelerated their R&D process significantly, reducing development cycles from 12 months to 9.6 months.
- Cost Savings: Preh achieved a 25% reduction in R&D costs, saving approximately €400,000 annually.
- Improved Product Performance: The optimized designs led to a 15% improvement in mechanical integrity, a 20% enhancement in thermal management efficiency, and a 10% increase in electromagnetic compatibility, enhancing the overall performance and reliability of Preh's automotive products.
