Design, Simulation and Prototyping

When developing smart systems, the path from the idea to a functional prototype can be a rocky one. CeSMA has many years of experience in the field of design, simulation and prototyping and can support your development with the following services in the implementation of your ideas up to final demonstrator:

  • Multiphysics 2D/3D simulation of smart materials using COMSOL and an adapted material database: simulation of interaction between the following physics modules
    • Electric and magnetic field
    • Linear and non-linear structural mechanics simulation
    • Thermal simulation (heat conduction, convection, heat radiation)
    • Flow simulation of non-particle filled media
  • Multi-body simulation for dynamic loads based on self-determined material parameters

  • CAD (creation of 2D and 3D constructions)

  • PCB-design for smart system prototype electronics including power supplies and control devices

  • System prototyping for smart systems:
    • Mechanical design and manufacturing
    • Assembly of electrical components
    • Function test and proof of feasibility
Fluid simulation Velocity
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Fluid simulation: Velocity
Simulation of magnetic flux density
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Simulation of magnetic flux density
Simulation of deformation depending on magnetic field
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Simulation of deformation depending on magnetic field
3D construction of an adaptive locking device based on MRF
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3D construction of an adaptive locking device based on MRF
Assembled locking device
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Assembled locking device: adaptive door lock
Device construction for adaptive torque transmission based on MRF
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Device construction for adaptive torque transmission based on MRF
Assembled device for adaptive torque transmission based on MRF
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Assembled device for adaptive torque transmission based on MRF
Test rig for function test of adaptive clutches and brakes
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Test rig for function test of adaptive clutches and brakes