Engineering simulation has long been considered an effective tool for improving the speed and cost of developing new products, as well as for bringing product performance to the next level. In a new report created by Ansys, it is clear that while simulation has already made a significant contribution to advancing sustainability, there is still so much potential to make an even bigger impact.
Looking at sustainability, simulation allows organizations to predict the environmental impact of their products before physical prototypes are created. It also enables optimization of designs and configurations of products according to environmental metrics.
Danfoss Drives has recently been featured in Ansys’ report “How Engineering Simulation Drives Impact for Sustainability,” due to sustainability advancements of the new iC7-Automation modular control platform.
Compared to previous generations, the iC7-Automation delivers up to 45% lower emissions during the use phase, thanks to innovations in design and engineering supported by advanced simulation technologies.
For the development of iC7-Automation, simulation has played a significant role:
- Enhanced energy efficiency: Achieving ~98% efficiency, reducing energy consumption by up to 1.1%, and cutting CO2 emissions by up to 1.9 tons per unit.
- Material optimization: Lightweight designs achieved through precision analysis of vibrations and structural performance reduced emissions by 26 kg CO2e per unit.
- Improved manufacturing: Advanced simulations optimized designs for automated assembly, reducing waste, and energy use during production.
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