Chennai, 07 June 2024: Detroit Engineered Products (DEP), creators of the MeshWorks integrated CAE platform, is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the 2W/3W Industry Conclave. This event, themed “Elevating Efficiency & Performance in 2W/3W Design and Development using AI/ML-enabled CAE Technologies,” was recently held across three major Indian cities – Pune, Bangalore and Chennai. The conclave aimed to promote the development of faster, smarter, and greener vehicles through optimized design and manufacturing processes, reducing the need for prototypes. With advanced technologies, the event highlighted how costs are lowered, and time to market is shortened.
The conclave was attended by industry experts, professionals, and thought leaders from renowned companies such as Tech Mahindra, OLA Electric, Hyundai MOBIS, Bajaj Auto, KPIT, HCL Technologies, and Greaves Electric Mobility Pvt. Ltd. These participants gathered to explore and discuss the latest trends, innovations, and opportunities in the field.
DEP supports companies throughout the entire product development cycle. MeshWorks provides a suite of tools that facilitate design modifications, shape adjustments, and rapid iterations, thereby streamlining the design workflow. Integrated with AI and ML frameworks, it offers efficient post-processing capabilities that adapt to various changes, creating a more flexible and responsive design environment.
Vidya Shankar, Vice President of DEP, said, “By utilizing advanced morphing and ConceptWorks, we can create two-wheeler and three-wheeler vehicles without the need for CAD, thus achieving optimal designs faster without involving designers at every stage. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and fostering collaboration, we can create a more efficient, sustainable, and user-friendly transportation landscape”.
Ilangovan Angaiah, President, ESS Division – AR4 Tech Pvt. Ltd. and Ragav Vasudevan, Head of Testing & Validation – Sun Mobility Pvt. Ltd were the keynote speakers of the conclave. They have shared their expertise and delivered an impactful presentation that resonated with the audience and firmly established the theme of the event. Their insights on the integration of cutting-edge technologies in two-wheeler and three-wheeler product development highlighted the innovative approaches being adopted in the industry, inspiring attendees to embrace new methodologies for enhanced efficiency and creativity.
Key highlights of the event included:
- Emerging trends and opportunities in 2/3-wheeler connectivity, autonomy, and electrification.
- Challenges in using CAE for global performance evaluation.
- Streamlining design with future tech CAE for precision without prototypes.
- Software-defined 2w/3w product development.
- Advanced AI/ML technologies for safety, efficiency, and user experience in the 2w/3w industry.