ACCELERATING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE THROUGH SIMULATION

The article demonstrates how simulation can help industries pave the way for a greener future while enabling them to adopt more efficient practices during the manufacturing, utilisation, and maintenance of products.

- Murali Pullela

While discussing s u s t a i n a b i l i t y , several things come into our collective consciousness. Some may think about wind farms, green initiatives, recycling, electric vehicles, or even planting trees. However, sustainability goes beyond these separate concepts. It is the entirety of our efforts to meet current needs while ensuring that future generations can do the same. At its core, sustainability goes beyond mere conservation; it is also about safeguarding humanity.

In a product lifecycle, sustainability means realising the product with reduced and recyclable materials, reduced energy input, and reduced emissions during product manufacturing. Simulation plays a crucial role in sustainability throughout the entire product lifecycle. It expedites time-to-market, optimises resource utilisation, minimises product footprints, and cuts costs. Simulation accurately depicts product functionality and allows engineers to transition confidently from concept to reality. It helps industries align with the fast-paced competitive market demands of today. Simulation aids engineering teams in understanding resource conservation and emission reduction strategies during product enhancement. Beyond the design phase, simulation demonstrates how companies can adopt more efficient practices during manufacturing, utilisation, and maintenance of products.

Multiphysics simulation is like a sneak peek into the future. Engineers operate within short timeframes with limited resources. Simulation can accelerate sustainable concepts while optimising efficiency.

SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY