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Co-simulation Tool for Hybrid Energy System Optimization
This document presents a study on a co-simulation tool developed to optimise hybrid residential energy systems using photovoltaic (PV) panels, heat pumps, battery storage, and thermal storage for a 39-home case study. By combining EnergyPlus and Dymola software, the research…
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Detailed Powertrain Dynamics Modeling in Dymola – Modelica
This document explores the development and application of Modelica-based Powertrain Dynamics and Engines libraries within Dymola for detailed automotive powertrain simulation. The research focuses on modelling engine, transmission, driveline, and torque converter dynamics to study vehicle behaviours during transient driving…
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High Fidelity Multibody Vehicle Dynamics Models for Driver-in-the-Loop Simulators
This document explores the development of high-fidelity multibody vehicle dynamics models for Driver-in-the-Loop (DiL) simulators using Dymola and Modelica. The research focuses on integrating advanced vehicle dynamics, suspension modelling, closed-loop driver models, and high-resolution LiDAR road data to create realistic…
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Predicting the Launch Feel of Automatic and Dual Clutch Transmissions
This document explores the development of enhanced Powertrain Dynamics (PTDynamics) models in Dymola and Modelica for simulating and predicting the launch behaviour of vehicles with automatic and dual-clutch transmissions. The research focuses on advanced dynamic torque converter and wet clutch…
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Dymola and Simulink in Co-simulation: A Vehicle Electronic Stability Control Case Study
This document explores the use of FMI/FMU-based co-simulation to integrate high-fidelity vehicle models developed in Dymola with control systems created in Simulink for Electronic Stability Control (ESC) development. Using a detailed VeSyMA multibody vehicle model, the study demonstrates how Dymola’s…
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Fault Insertion for Controller Calibration in a Range of Engine Models
This document explores the use of detailed crank-angle resolved engine models within VeSyMA–Engines to simulate and analyse abnormal engine operating conditions for ECU calibration and fault detection. The study introduces a range of realistic engine faults, including air leaks, clogged…
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Virtual Proving Ground Testing: Deploying Dymola and Modelica to Recreate Full Vehicle Proving Ground Testing Procedures
This document explores the use of the VeSyMA suite within Dymola and Modelica to recreate real-world automotive proving ground tests in a virtual simulation environment. The research focuses on high-fidelity vehicle dynamics, advanced tyre contact models, road surface generation, and…
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Investigating the Effect of Gearbobx Preconditioning on Vehicle Efficiency
This document explores the effect of automatic transmission fluid (ATF) preconditioning on vehicle fuel efficiency through detailed multi-domain vehicle and powertrain simulations developed in Dymola using Modelica. The study uses a high-fidelity rear-wheel-drive passenger vehicle model with a six-speed automatic…
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Model-based Real-time Systems Engineering
This document explores the MORSE (Model-based Real-time Systems Engineering) project, a collaborative initiative between Ford, AVL, and Claytex aimed at advancing virtual automotive development through real-time simulation and model-based systems engineering. The research focuses on integrating high-fidelity Dymola and Modelica-based…
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Modeling the Effects of Energy Efficient Glazing on Cabin Thermal Energy and Vehicle Efficiency
This document explores the development of a high-fidelity multi-domain vehicle thermal model in Dymola and Modelica to assess the effects of energy-efficient glazing technologies on automotive cabin thermal behaviour and vehicle efficiency. The research integrates detailed HVAC, air conditioning, cabin…
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