Udine, Italy, March 20th, 2025 – VI-grade, the global provider of human-centric simulation-driven vehicle development solutions, today announced the launch of AutoHawk Extreme, the most performant configuration of its XiL simulation platform to date, powered by Concurrent Real-Time technology. Designed for real-time detailed multibody simulations, AutoHawk Extreme delivers industry-leading speed and efficiency while maintaining a quiet, liquid-cooled design that allows seamless integration into office environments.
AutoHawk Extreme sets a new benchmark for real-time simulation performance. Equipped with 8 performance cores running at 5.0 GHz, 12 efficiency cores at 4.0 GHz, and DDR5 RAM clocked at 6000 MHz, this system surpasses existing AutoHawk configurations for real-time execution of simulations that require up to 7 high-frequency performance cores for computationally intensive tasks while still utilizing the 12 efficiency cores for ancillary, less demanding models. This makes it the ideal solution for high-fidelity, real-time vehicle dynamics and multi-body simulations, delivering raw computational power through overclocked CPUs and high-speed memory for compute-heavy low-latency applications. A key differentiator of AutoHawk Extreme is its liquid cooling system, which prevents thermal throttling, while maintaining system stability, performance, and low noise levels. This makes it ideal for office environments.
The system is also designed with multiple PCIe slots, allowing users to customize and expand their setup with additional I/O boards. Furthermore, AutoHawk Extreme is fully compatible with PCIe expansion chassis, ensuring flexibility for future requirements.
“AutoHawk Extreme represents a major advancement in real-time simulation technology," commented Guido Bairati, Managing Director at VI-grade. "This next-generation XiL simulation platform offers twice the performance of the previous AutoHawk 24 generation, all while maintaining an attractive price-performance ratio. By combining cutting-edge computational power with a silent, liquid-cooled design, AutoHawk Extreme enables engineers to push the boundaries of real-time simulation with greater accuracy and efficiency"
"We are excited to introduce AutoHawk Extreme to the market," commented Anish Anthony, Vice President of Technology, Concurrent Real-Time. "Whether used as a standalone high-performance simulation station or in combination with VI-grade’s driving simulators, AutoHawk Extreme offers a versatile and efficient solution for engineers and simulation teams working in diverse development settings. It is designed to meet the increasing demands of modern automotive development, enabling precise and reliable simulation for a wide range of applications."
Darmstadt, Germany, February 20, 2025 – VI-grade, the global provider of human-centric simulation-driven vehicle development solutions, today announced the preliminary lineup of speakers and sponsors for its 2025 ZERO PROTOTYPES Summit, taking place from May 13-15, 2025, at VI-grade’s SimCenter in Udine, Italy. In addition, registration for the event is now open at this link, with an Early-Bird Discount of 20% available for registrations made before March 21st.
Tailored to the global automotive development community, the summit provides exclusive insights into how VI-grade’s simulation software, driving simulators and Hardware-in-the-Loop technology are being utilized by industry leaders to accelerate development and tackle the Zero Prototypes challenge. Specifically curated high-level keynote and technical presentations will feature representatives from Alpine Cars, Applus+ IDIADA, EDAG Group, Honda R&D, HORIBA MIRA, MegaRide, Multimatic, TRE and Volvo. More contributions from leading OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers will be announced in the coming weeks.
In addition to gaining insights into the latest virtual development practices, attendees will have the opportunity to experience VI-grade's comprehensive portfolio of simulation software, driving simulators, and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) technologies through hands-on demo sessions. These sessions will also showcase the recently launched COMPACT HMI Simulator, along with a new driving simulator that will be unveiled exclusively during the summit.
To maximize the value of their visit to the SimCenter, participants are invited to join complimentary training sessions on VI-grade's software products, including VI-CarRealTime, VI-WorldSim, and VI-NVHSim. These sessions will provide a deeper understanding of the software's functionalities and capabilities, catering to both newcomers seeking foundational knowledge and experienced users looking to deepen their expertise.
Additionally, dedicated user group meetings will be held for driving simulator and NVH customers, offering a platform to share experiences, exchange best practices, and provide direct feedback to VI-grade's product development teams. As in previous years, the summit will feature multiple networking opportunities, enabling participants to connect with industry peers, gain new perspectives, and prepare for emerging challenges in the automotive sector.
“We’re excited to unveil the first lineup of speakers and sponsors for our 2025 ZERO PROTOTYPES Summit,” said Guido Bairati, Managing Director of VI-grade. “In an era of increasing complexity, cost pressures, and the demand for faster time-to-market, our summit offers a platform for companies to explore how virtual testing – through simulation software, driving simulators, and HiL solutions – can drive resilience and growth. We are excited to once again welcome global industry leaders to our SimCenter in Udine, empowering them to push boundaries and innovate with confidence.”
VI-grade would like to acknowledge and thank the following industry partners for their support and sponsorship of the 2025 ZERO PROTOTYPES Summit:
Silver: 3D Mapping Solutions, Fraunhofer Institut ITWM, New Eagle, project: syntropy, Rohde & Schwarz, Smart Eye, STEP Lab
Bronze: BE CAE & Test, JEDAi, MOOG
Registration for the 2025 ZERO PROTOTYPES Summit is open at this link. An exclusive Early Bird Discount of 20% is available for registrations made before March 21st. Further discounts for multiple attendees from the same organization, universities etc. are available upon request. Additional details about the event will be added to the VI-grade website as they become available.
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