Elsewedy Electric PPC – Improving Equipment Design & Modeling with MODSIM
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Lead Designer Mohamed Hussein from Elsewedy Electric PPC shared his team’s product development journey as they designed the brand-new Cairo (Egypt) monorail system. He discusses both SOLIDWORKS and 3DEXPERIENCE® Works simulation tools in further detail along with how each solution contributed to this massive and exciting project.
The MODSIM approach of combining 3D CAD design and simulation as an integral part of the product development cycle enabled the Elsewedy team to accelerate design exploration while meeting the city of Cairo’s strict design and construction standards. Dassault Systèmes solutions enabled the company to reduce the cost and time required for prototypes and physical tests. Click here to learn more about the tools and the processes.
Solving Cairo’s Traffic Congestion with the Monorail Project
While Elsewedy Electric’s roots originate from 1938 when it began as an electrical equipment trader, today the company leads complex engineering projects across its five major divisions of power generation, power transmission, water treatment, mobility, and oil and gas.
Cairo is an ancient city with modern-day traffic problems. The Cairo monorail project, which must transport 45,000 passengers per hour in each direction, became a critical step toward easing the city’s traffic woes. Elsewedy Electric PPC was entrusted with key responsibilities in the project, such as the design, fabrication, and installation of critical infrastructure components, including power rails and cabling systems.
The monorail operates at heights up to 25 meters, requiring precise engineering to ensure safety and stability. Elsewedy Electric PPC engineers faced several additional challenges, such as designing structures able to handle high winds, sharp curves, and the weight of the system’s components. The engineers overcame these challenges by leveraging advanced simulation technologies.
SOLIDWORKS Became the Tool of Choice
Elsewedy Electric PPC’s decision to adopt SOLIDWORKS for design and simulation was made only after serious consideration. The popular and powerful 3D CAD system provided an integrated environment where both computer-aided design and finite element analysis (FEA) could be performed seamlessly. Real-time integration was crucial, because it enabled the team to make rapid design changes while simultaneously running simulations, drastically reducing the time required for iterations.
Having CAD and simulation in the environment with access to powerful cloud-based solutions and functionalities enabled the Elsewedy team to:
- Update designs and simulations in real time without delays.
- Manage multiple types of mesh elements for more comprehensive simulations.
- Ensure design accuracy, reducing the need for physical prototypes and saving time and money.
Elsewedy Electric PPC engineers were able to simulate worst-case scenarios, such as wind loads, lifting equipment and impact analysis, ensuring that their designs could withstand real-world conditions. One of the significant benefits of this approach was a reduction in the number of physical prototypes required, which translated into significant cost savings and shorter project timelines. In addition, cloud-based capabilities enabled seamless collaboration between teams located across the globe from Cairo to California.
Simulation as a Key Driver of Growth and Innovation
The engineering and business benefits of adopting these advanced simulation tools have been significant. All the digital prototypes were proven 100 percent reliable after physical testing. Elsewedy Electric now has the confidence to handle more specialized designs in-house rather than outsourcing them, allowing for greater control and reducing costs.
Furthermore, Elsewedy Electric PPC has secured more high-value projects since the Cairo Monorail project, further enhancing its reputation as a leader in global infrastructure development.
The company’s experience with simulation tools highlights the essential role of these technologies in today’s infrastructure projects. By embracing both desktop and cloud-based tools, Elsewedy Electric PPC has improved collaboration, reduced project costs, and accelerated timelines, all while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards.
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Elsewedy Electric PPC’s innovative approach to adopt SOLIDWORKS and the use of simulation together with 3D design has enabled the company to move to the next level. SOLIDWORKS combined with the power of cloud-based tools from Dassault Systèmes has been one of the catalysts for producing higher-quality products that can meet rigorous standards and regulations while developing innovative solutions faster and more efficiently.
Click here to learn first-hand how Elsewedy Electric PPC optimized the design and simulation process (MODSIM) by watching the SOLIDWORKS Cloud Simulation Champions recorded seminar.
