1. Simulation Science
David Vedder
May 2011

2. Simulation Science Definition
Simulation Science is the Application of Computational Models to the Study and Prediction of Engineered Systems

3. Simulation is Not a Perfect Science!
Compare Real Life Results to Simulation Results
Real Life Test
And Results
Engineering Simulation
Adjust Simulation until Results Match

4. Let’s Go Back in Time! Build 1st Prototype Build 2nd Prototype
Production
Test and Improve
Test and Improve

5. Historical Perspective
Product
Improvement
Time
Two Learning Cycles
Some Improvements
Some Production Issues
LONG Cycle Time

6. Current Perspective FASTER FAST to Market MORE New Products LOWER COST
BETTER Value
MORE Features
Better Quality
RELIABLE
DURABLE
Dependable

7. Adjustments Needed Improvement Time Many Learning Cycles
Product
Improvement
Time
Many Learning Cycles
Many Improvements
No Production Issues
Short Cycle Time

8. Tacoma Narrows Bridge

9. Types of Simulation

10. Simulation Applications

12. Roller Bearing Support Simulation

20. Frame Assembly Simulation

25. Material Movement Simulation

26. High Speed Bulk Pack Separator

27. Timing Diagram

28. Animation

29. Simulation

30. Solid Model

31. Machine

32. Conclusions Simulation Science is Cool!
Simulation Science seeks out problems and solves them quickly!
Simulation Science tools are advancing quickly.

33. Questions