Ansys ConceptEV - EV Powertrain Design Platform for the Concept Stage

Ansys ConceptEV is a cloud-based SaaS simulation platform designed for the rapid architectural definition and optimization of electric vehicle (EV) powertrains. It enables cross-functional engineering teams to evaluate trade-offs between battery, motor, inverter, and transmission systems in a single collaborative environment.

• System-Level Trade-Off Analysis: Rapidly evaluate thousands of powertrain configurations to balance range, acceleration, thermal management, and cost before detailed 3D design begins.
• Unified Component Library: Access a high-fidelity database of motors, batteries, and inverters to build and simulate complete EV architectures in minutes.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: A web-based "Single Source of Truth" that connects systems, thermal, and electrical engineers to eliminate silos in the early design phase.

Technical Performance & Architecture

• Cloud-Native Simulation: Instant access to high-performance computing (HPC) via a web browser, requiring zero local software installation or hardware maintenance.
• Multi-Physics Insight: Get early-stage feedback on battery thermal behavior, motor efficiency maps, and drive cycle energy consumption (WLTP/EPA).
• Rapid Sensitivity Analysis: Identify critical design parameters that impact vehicle performance using automated parameter sweeps and sensitivity studies.

Why Choose Ansys ConceptEV?

ConceptEV significantly reduces the "concept-to-validation" cycle by allowing engineers to fail fast and optimize early. By shifting high-impact decisions to the cloud-native conceptual phase, OEMs can avoid costly late-stage design changes.

Key Workflows

• Battery Sizing & Chemistry: Optimize cell counts and pack configurations for target energy density and thermal stability.
• Motor & Inverter Matching: Validate torque-speed characteristics and switching frequencies against vehicle performance targets.
• Drive Cycle Simulation: Accurately predict real-world range and efficiency across standardized and custom driving profiles.

Subscription & Access

As a SaaS solution, Ansys ConceptEV is available via flexible cloud subscriptions. Contact our technical team to start your virtual EV development journey with instant-on access.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ansys ConceptEV used for?

Ansys ConceptEV is a cloud-based SaaS platform for rapid electric vehicle (EV) powertrain design. Engineers use it to evaluate trade-offs between battery, motor, inverter, and transmission systems before detailed 3D design begins Ñ reducing the concept-to-validation cycle significantly.

Does Ansys ConceptEV require local software installation?

No. ConceptEV is fully cloud-native and accessible via any web browser. It requires zero local software installation or dedicated hardware, making it instantly accessible to distributed engineering teams.

Which drive cycle standards does Ansys ConceptEV support?

Ansys ConceptEV supports WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure) and EPA drive cycle standards, enabling engineers to accurately predict real-world range and energy consumption before physical prototyping.