As the car of the future becomes a reality, there will be new demands on what is expected of engineering software; a shift will occur in engineering efforts towards software/electronics, lightweight materials and interiors.
This video provides a high level overview of automotive industry trends and how the “Car of the Future” will impact engineering design.
This video also discusses the challenges faced by the automotive industry in incorporating mixed materials and new technologies and how specialized software solutions can address the unique challenges.
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