Siemens has released a significant update to its Simcenter X software, introducing a cloud-based engineering simulation suite designed to streamline workflows and improve collaboration for engineering teams. The new version, Simcenter X Advanced, brings together multiple simulation and optimization technologies into a unified platform accessible via a Software as a Service (SaaS) model. This platform provides centralized access to computational fluid dynamics (CFD), systems and mechanical simulation, as well as multidisciplinary design analysis and optimization (MDAO).
The suite integrates familiar products, including Simcenter STAR-CCM+, Simcenter Amesim, and Simcenter 3D, allowing engineers to conduct complex simulations and analyses from a single environment. With a single license and common token management, users can access a variety of tools without the need for separate installations or licenses. The cloud-based deployment makes simulation accessible for distributed engineering teams, and built-in data management features ensure that simulation data is secure, traceable, and available for collaboration.
Simcenter X Advanced also leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to assist users with documentation, simulation setup, and design exploration. An AI chat function provides support for documentation and guidance during configuration, while AI-augmented techniques enhance design optimization studies, accelerating the process of identifying optimal solutions and reducing manual intervention. The SaaS model allows for scalable and flexible licensing options, providing engineering teams with the flexibility to allocate resources efficiently.
The updates have been well-received by industry observers, with CIMdata noting that Siemens is expanding access to multidisciplinary simulation while enhancing its digital-thread and SaaS leadership across engineering fields. Jean-Claude Ercolanelli, Senior Vice President of Simulation and Test Solutions at Siemens Digital Industries Software, stated that Simcenter X Advanced is the next logical step in democratizing access to advanced multiphysics and optimization for innovators and industry leaders.
The new release also enables remote access to CFD simulations, harnessing high-performance computing (HPC) in the cloud with browser-based access that removes the need for local software installations. This feature is designed to reduce barriers for teams working from different locations and allow faster deployment. Overall, Simcenter X Advanced is designed to empower engineers to accelerate innovation, reduce complexity, and make smarter decisions faster, anytime and anywhere. With its unified environment, collaboration and data management features, AI-powered productivity, and flexible licensing options, Simcenter X Advanced is poised to revolutionize the way engineering teams work and collaborate.