Lotus Engineering releases vehicle simulation CAE softwareqqqLotus Engineering is releasing the latest versions of its CAE packages.

The simulation tools have underpinned powertrain and vehicle projects at the engineering consultancy since the mid-1980s. Lotus engineers produced the software packages to meet their own needs in engineering projects for clients around the globe. Subsequent interest from many of these clients wishing to acquire the simulation software prompted Lotus to take it to market. Lotus has now successfully licensed the software externally for the past three years. Clients include Tier One suppliers, vehicle OEMs, motor racing companies and a range of universities and research facilities around the world.
There are three PC-based simulation products available from Lotus Engineering Software:
Lotus Engine Simulation is a modelling environment for performance prediction of two- and four-stroke engines, in either naturally aspirated or pressure-charged forms, and is also being used in conjunction with Lotus' advanced AVT system for powertrain research.
Lotus Vehicle Simulation allows the user to build a virtual vehicle and analyse its performance, exhaust emissions and fuel consumption over a range of differing simulation cycle types, from simple fixed speed runs to accelerations and legislative drive cycles.
Lotus Concept Valve Train offers kinematic performance analysis of valve actuation mechanisms.
Using these tools, Lotus Engineering has designed and developed world-class engines such as the Opel Family One and GM L850 global engines. In vehicle development, it has excelled in the recent development of the Aston Martin V12 Vanquish, the multi-award winning Lotus Elise and the Opel Speedster/Vauxhall VX220. The internationally-recognised consultancy is currently working on over 50 projects at its Norfolk (UK), Michigan (USA) and Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) sites for 30 clients from around the globe.

For more information, visit Lotus Engineering www.lotuseng.com