EDVSM (TM)

EDVSM (tm) (Engineering Dynamics Vehicle Simulation Model) is a 3-D simulation of a motor vehicle to driver inputs (steering, braking, throttle and gear selection). Based on the HVOSM-VD2 model developed at Calspan, EDVSM also includes several enhancements developed by EDC. Using EDVSM, a vehicle may be simulated on virtually any surface. The program computes 3-D vehicle kinematics, tire forces and moments, suspension forces and deflections, drive and brake system torques and driver inputs.

EDVSM is used to predict and visualize vehicle response to driver inputs, especially for limit maneuvers resulting in loss of control and rollover. Version 1.10 of EDVSM also includes a "blown tire" model useful in accurately simulating the effect of either a sudden or gradual loss of tire pressure on vehicle handling.

IRIX version compatibility: 5.3, 6.x

Terry Day

President
Engineering Dynamics Corporation
8625 SW Cascade Boulevard
Suite 200
Beaverton, OR 97008-7100
USA
503-644-4500
503-526-0905 (fax)
day@edccorp.com

For applications in related solution areas, see the following indices: Engineering Visualization, Mechanical Engineering, the developer index for Engineering Dynamics Corporation and the product category index for Engineering Analysis.

EDVSM is a Trademark of Engineering Dynamics Corporation