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ENGINEERING

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Styling & Design

​Innovative solutions from the idea to series production

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CONCEPT & STYLING

The development of a product begins with the idea.
This must be translated into a functional concept that can later be developed and realized.
 

Here, we not only consider and evaluate the component on its own but also its interaction with the assembly.

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FEASIBILITY ANALYSIS

With our feasibility analysis, we lay the foundation for successful vehicle projects. We thoroughly examine each technical requirement and identify potential challenges before they arise.

Already at this stage, we validate vehicle concepts based on homologation criteria.

Our team of experienced vehicle developers creates customized solutions to help you implement innovative ideas safely and efficiently.

Here, we not only consider and evaluate the component on its own but also its interaction with the assembly.

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​PACKAGE INVESTIGATION

Efficient package development is key to innovative vehicle concepts. Our expert team creates tailored solutions that optimally combine space, functionality, and technology – from the initial concept to series production.

In this way, we create groundbreaking vehicles that meet the highest standards of comfort, safety, and efficiency.

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CAS MODELLING

From 2D sketch and poly design templates, we model Class-A surface models in CAD. This results in products that combine aesthetics and functionality at the highest level.

We always maintain a focus on the functionality of your product – even during the design process. The outcome not only impresses visually but also technically.

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Virtual Reality

Experience the product before it is realized? That's exactly what we offer with our VR technology, which we use repeatedly throughout the entire prototype development process.

For example, product concepts and stylings are validated, among other things.

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CAD KONSTRUKTION

With extensive CAD expertise, we create innovative complete vehicles – from robust body structures and precise chassis to sophisticated exteriors & interiors, and modern E/E systems.

Our specialists optimize powertrain integration, implement high-performance cooling systems, and ensure that your vehicles meet the highest standards through homologation and ergonomics.

Thanks to thoughtful system selection and integration, we ensure seamless interaction between humans and machines (HMI) and set new standards in vehicle development.

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​TOOLS & MOLDS

We not only design components but also provide the molds required for part production, specifically tailored to production and material specifications.

Services:

  • Model and mold design

  • Fixtures for finishing and component assembly

  • Optimization for CNC machining

  • Laminate structure design

  • CAD-based cutting creation

  • Creation of manufacturing documentation

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Technical DOCUMENTATION

For later manufacturing, we provide all necessary technical drawings, specifications, bill of materials, work instructions, material lists, and other relevant information.

With our detailed manufacturing documentation, we contribute to the efficiency of manufacturing processes and the compliance with regulations and standards.

This ensures the later quality of the component.

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CAM & CNC

​Using our powerful CAM tool, we program machining programs for polymer tool shapes efficiently and with attention to special features relevant to production.

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PLM SYSTEM

With our Product Lifecycle Management tool, we guarantee the most efficient development of your product. From concept and development to production, marketing, and maintenance, we can effectively manage all phases of the product lifecycle.

This allows us to have a comprehensive view of the product development process, optimizes collaboration between project stakeholders, and reduces errors and costs.

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PRODUKTION

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PROTOTYPENBAU

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FAHRZEUGTESTS

Consulting

Our additional consulting offer for engineering services:

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​Homologation of components & entire vehicles

Whenever you want to introduce mass-produced vehicles or specific vehicle parts to the market, we take this into account during the early development phase. Components, systems, and complete vehicles are designed in accordance with the relevant legal regulations, focusing on:

  • Styling

  • Crash safety

  • Pedestrian protection

  • Passenger ergonomics

Additionally, we handle the approval process in cooperation with national and international technical services, if necessary.

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Projektmanagement

Our project management takes care of the complete execution of your project – from development, through component manufacturing, to the introduction into serial production:

  • Project structuring

  • Scheduling and monitoring

  • Cost management and manufacturing optimization

  • Supplier management

  • Definition and monitoring of work packages and milestones

  • Product control and quality assurance

  • Creation and maintenance of a comprehensive project database

  • Creation of status reports and presentations according to customer specifications

  • Design reviews

  • Lessons learned documentation

3D SCAN & REVERSE ENGINEERING

​Products are digitized, redesigned and can be reproduced

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3D Scanning

With our 3D scanning service, we digitize objects and components of all types, shapes, and sizes. Thanks to over 10 years of experience and optimized processes, we do it more affordably than you might think.

High-quality 3D scans for developers, manufacturers, artists, and more, including:

  • Complete machines and machine components

  • Tools

  • Vehicles (cars, campers, vans, motorcycles, commercial vehicles, buses, and more) and vehicle parts

  • Aircraft, boats, and more

  • Medical devices and equipment

  • Orthopedic and rehabilitation technology

  • Art objects (e.g., sculptures)

  • Organic items

  • Design models (milled, clay models)

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Reverse Engineering

The digitized component forms the basis for our re-engineering process.

Through CAD-supported surface redesign of the digitized mesh lines (3D scan in STL format), our engineers reconstruct manufacturing-ready CAD data sets with wall thickness, such as:

  • Parametric Models

  • Volume Model | Solid | Part

  • Surface Models

These serve as data bases for:

  • Tool molds

  • 3D printing

  • CNC milling programs

  • FEA simulation

  • And much more.

SIMULATION & CALCULATION

​Various strength analyzes for components and systems

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FEA SIMULATION

As one of only a few companies worldwide approved by the World Motorsport Authority (FIA) for calculating safety structures, we verify key component functions through Finite Element Analysis.

Services:

  • CAD Preprocessing

  • Modal Analysis

  • Frequency Response Analysis

  • Random Vibration Analysis

  • Linear Static Analysis

  • Nonlinear Static Analysis

  • Topology Optimization

  • Calculation & Analysis of Composite/Plastic Materials

  • Transient Mechanics

  • Explicit Dynamics (Crash Analysis)

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​OPERATING LOAD-
DETERMINATION

With our advanced self-developed analytical tools, we generate precise operating loads for various driving maneuvers based on vehicle data. This enables accurate simulations and calculations that ensure optimized vehicle development and increased vehicle safety.

Services:

  • Analytical determination of operating loads

  • Numerical determination of operating loads

  • Loads for dynamic driving maneuvers and misuse

  • Determination of joint loads using multi-body simulation

  • Validation with measurement data from real-world tests

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Crash simulations

Digital crash simulations offer cost efficiency, faster development cycles, and reduce the need for physical prototypes. Precise predictions of vehicle behavior enable early risk detection and continuous design optimization.

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​Multi-body simulation

Our experts analyze the behavior of complex mechanical assemblies.
This includes the analysis and optimization of suspension kinematics, complete vehicle models, and vibration analysis of the drivetrain.

Services:

  • Kinematics Simulation

  • Complete Vehicle Simulation

  • Vibration Transmission and Analysis

  • Virtual Test Benches

  • K & C Simulation

  • NVH Consideration (Noise, Vibration, Harshness)

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​Complete vehicle
simulation

Virtual vehicle testing is not only more cost-effective and time-saving than real-world tests, but it also provides our engineers with crucial insights into vehicle design and performance at an early stage of development.

Services:

  • Lap time simulation

  • Driving maneuvers

  • Concept validation

  • Parameter optimization

  • Virtual vehicle testing

  • Kinematics and compliance (K & C)

  • NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness)

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