Applied in almost all industries that use design software, engineering simulation enables a thorough testing process through the numerical simulation of a product or building’s physical properties in different conditions and environments. Simulation, known in the industry as computer-aided engineering (CAE), can be used early in the development process — from the first design version — reducing the number of physical prototypes required.
Simulation is not intended to replace physical prototypes altogether but rather to serve as a complement, enabling an iterative design process, saving time and costs.