Precision for All

Structural Mechanics Precision for All

2026-04-15 Source: Cadfem | Translated by AI 2 min Reading Time

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Around 20 years ago, simulations found their way into design departments through CAD-integrated applications. Since then, simple, mostly structural-mechanical questions can be answered without FEM experts. However, this concept is now reaching its limits.

Simulation data is increasingly shaping the effectiveness of engineering processes.(Source: Cadfem) — Simulation data is increasingly shaping the effectiveness of engineering processes.
(Source: Cadfem)

"When it comes to structural mechanics simulations, it is no longer enough to provide rough approximations or calculate simple standard cases. Development processes require reliable, reproducible and standard-compliant results - and as efficiently as possible," says simulation expert Oliver Siegemund, summarizing the observations he has made in his many years of working in customer support at Cadfem. This efficiency no longer only applies to classic simulation objectives relating to the performance of the future product and its properties. The more detailed the data obtained, the more interesting it becomes for the entire development process, as it makes many areas considerably more efficient and cost-effective.

Simulation with Less "Trial and Error", Prototypes and Surprises

Many companies use CAD-integrated FEM tools to easily identify the behavior of individual components early on in the design process. Simulation is thus used more for rough statements, for approximations, and not to analyze complex problems from the ground up and validate entire products. Those who simulate professionally make savings in the right places. More precise models prevent oversizing, which has a direct impact on material, weight and subsequent costs. At the same time, reliable simulation reduces iteration costs: less trial and error, fewer prototypes, fewer surprises shortly before release. Development becomes more predictable and decisions are made earlier because the results are more reliable.

The biggest cost drivers in product development are lengthy iteration loops, expensive prototypes and unforeseen corrections. Professional structural simulations move these processes into the virtual world right from the start and make development significantly more predictable, faster and more economical.

Oliver Siegemund

Simulation Data in Digital Engineering

Simulation has become an integral link in the development chain and a factor that influences the entire product creation process. So why continue to simulate in the design phase with a simple solution whose results can no longer be used elsewhere, instead of using the same high-quality tool throughout? Today, software such as Ansys Mechanical can be tailored and automated to meet different requirements, allowing different user groups to benefit from it while ensuring that all those involved in development use the same reliable and compatible simulation data as required.

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