Emulate 3D Software Introduction

Presenter Details

• Name: Tyler Phillips
• Position: Emulate 3D Account Manager at Rockwell Automation
• Background:
  • Previously with Emulate 3D
  • Acquired by Rockwell Automation two years ago
  • 30 years in discrete event simulation software

Presentation Agenda

1. Introduction to Emulate 3D Software
2. PowerPoint Slides Discussion:
   • Overview of software
   • Applications and non-applications
3. Software Demonstration
   • Duration: 30-40 minutes
   • Explore functionality
   • Interactive Q&A

Software Overview

• Emulate 3D Software
  • Used for controls testing
  • Developed due to market demand for high-fidelity tools
• Acquisition by Rockwell Automation
  • Officially part of Rockwell since January 2019
  • Continues partnerships with multiple companies

Applications and Industries

• Applications:
  • Controls testing
  • Simulation modeling
  • Emulation modeling
• Industries Served:
  • Warehousing, Distribution, Manufacturing
  • Packaging, Consumer Packaged Goods
  • Machine Builders, OEMs
• Not Suited For:
  • Continuous processes like water flow, mining, gas, and energy

Software Levels and Licensing

• Demo 3D: Core modeling environment
• Sim 3D: Experimentation with variables
• Emulate 3D: Controls testing and digital twins

Demonstration Highlights

• Key Components:
  • Dynamic 3D modeling environment
  • Discrete event simulation engine
  • Active and switchable physics engines
• Open Development Environment:
  • Fully documented API
  • Integration with Visual Studio
  • Various connectivity options
• Catalog-Based Application:
  • Create models using catalog components
  • Custom catalog items from imported CAD

Experimentation and Simulation

• Sim 3D Features:
  • Design of experiments
  • Execution of experiments
  • Data collection and analysis
• Benefits:
  • Testing system throughput
  • Analyzing system impact with variable changes

CAD Integration

• CAD is the Model:
  • Directly apply Emulate 3D functionalities to CAD
  • Integrated with CAD platforms like Solidworks, Autodesk Inventor
• Dynamic Models:
  • Ability to add joints and motors to CAD
  • Create functioning machinery models

Real PLC Integration

• PLC Control Simulation:
  • Connect real PLC to virtual model
  • Test controls with real-world conditions

Training and Learning Resources

• Standard Training Package: Available for users
• Online Repository:
  • Over 400 tutorials
  • Step-by-step guidance
  • Free access for customers

Audience Q&A

• Discussion on learning curve for automation engineers
• Availability of training and resources

Conclusion

• Emulate 3D offers versatile solutions for industrial simulation and controls testing.
• Provides a wide range of functionalities adaptable across various industries.
• Highly valued for its flexibility and cost-effectiveness compared to competitors.