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We know a er-treatment like the palm of our hands. Working in and out of the lab, we engineer advanced tools enabling model-based development throughout the product cycle. Fundamentals axisuite速 incorporates state-of-the-art science without simplifying compromises. The cornerstone of our models is the proper formulation of the governing balance equations.
Chemistry axisuite速 incorporates a wealth of experimental data, kinetic libraries and literature models for all catalytic technologies. Full flexibility is offered for user-defined reaction schemes.
Solvers axisuite速 is based on proprietary numerical methods to treat the stiffness of the numerical problems. Incredibly fast calculation times are achieved with guaranteed solver stability.
Interface axisuite速 is adapted to the workflows of exhaust system simulation, offering quick access to the parameters of interest and full-featured 3D post-processing of the results in every detail.
Our job is to develop the most comprehensive and industry proven EAT*simulation Beneficiaries: > automotive OEMs > engine suppliers in all sectors > exhaust system integrators > catalyst suppliers > substrate and filter suppliers > engineering and consulting companies
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into technology to benefit the industry, the consumer and the environment. It is the outcome of multi-year efforts of a devoted multidisciplinary group of mechanical,
axisuite® is used across the complete development process from preliminary design to detailed optimization and system control. Spanning from 1-D to 3-D with unbelievable flexibility and calculation speed, it enables the setup and simulation of complete exhaust systems in minutes.
A unique,
not an add-on to general purpose tools
Catalyst, CFD and control experts use it smoothly and productively
Simulation Environment Stand-alone
In the loop
In CFD
The preferred environment for catalyst experts and concept analysis engineers. Full access to all model features, many utilities and powerful post-processing.
Control engineers just have to plug the configured models and play in their preferred process modeling environment: Options ranging from direct coupling with Matlab/Simulink® to Real-Time SiL and HiL environments are supported.
CFD engineers can continue working in their preferred tool and simply plug the appropriate axisuite user subroutine. They will immediately combine the power of their preferred 3d flow solver with the most advanced EAT reaction model.
Visualized soot loading and temperature distribution during DPF regeneration.
axisuite® coupled with control system simulator in Matlab/Simulink®.
Screenshot from an example of STAR-CCM+® coupling with axisuite®.
xis You deserve a head-start! To enable a smooth and efficient introduction of axisuite® in the development process, we implement know-how transfer processes to our partners, as an integral part of our offer. The process is customized to the needs of our partners.
More than user support
Our support team consists of expert engineers with years of hands-on experience and passion services go far beyond standard “how-to” Q & A’s.
Services
Training
Model Calibration
Community
In addition to standard training, we ensure smooth know-how transfer via collaborative model calibration projects and frequent interaction with our experts.
With immediate access to the state-of-the-art facilities of LAT, complete model calibration and validation services can be offered.
axisuite® is grown from the feedback
and requests of its users. Our annual user workshop, established since 2009 is the main event of the axisuite® community.
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Concept analysis
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3D+ catalyst modeling From detailed chemistry to control applications
3D+ DPF modeling Filtration and reaction phenomena in all filter types
The advanced features of axicat ensure reliable predictions of the cold-start and ‘real-driving’ emissions supporting the optimization of warm-up strategies, catalyst loading, and substrate design. Equipped with robust numerical solvers and uncompromised modeling detail, axicat supports all types of gasoline, diesel and gas engine ‘flow-through’ EAT components, incl TWC, DOC, SCR, LNT and ASC.
Optimizing the design and control of wall-flow filtering devices is an engineering challenge for both diesel and gasoline applications. axitrap is extensively used to support the ever increasing demands of combining filtration and catalytic functionalities, enabling cost-savings, pressure losses minimization and fuel efficiency. Combined with our integrated stress analysis FEA module, axitrap offers complete solutions for DPF/GPF durability analysis.
3-way catalyst simulation predicting the emissions in transient driving cycles.
DPF regeneration model validation vs temperature measurements via coupling with embedded FEM analysis.
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Robustness analysis
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Control system
Filtration and catalytic reactions in foam-, fleeceand fiber-based devices
Exhaust pipe heat transfer, fluid injection, evaporation and reaction models
The depth filtration with cartridge filters based on fiber or foam technology is modelled with axifoam. Transient predictions of flow, heat- and mass transfer combined with catalytic reactions are guiding the proper design of such systems to meet the conflicting pressure drop and filtration efficiency requirements.
Accurate heat losses modeling with axiheat is crucial to optimize exhaust thermal management. The unique transient models of the complex 2-phase phenomena predict the formation of liquid/solid wall films and homogeneous reactions, providing the proper inputs to the connected EAT components.
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Our background
Our expertise
Our products and services
Exothermia was born in 2007 as a spin-off from Laboratory of Applied Thermodynamics (LAT), Aristotle University Thessaloniki in Greece. Our strong links with LAT guarantees our innovative character, our access to brightest minds and to state-of-the-art testing facilities.
We are proud for our contribution in establishing CAE in exhaust
We are committed to the highest
100 recognized scientific papers. Our team, consisting of University professors, PhD researchers and engineers, carries valuable experience of more than 20 years of industrial partnerships.
trusted by the leading OEMs, EAT suppliers and Universities around the globe.
EXOTHERMIA S.A.
ENGINEERING SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS
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