Release Highlights of DYNA4
DYNA4 is an open simulation environment for virtual test driving.
On this page you find the version history with the highlights of new developments:
- News on the physical models, e.g. vehicle dynamics, powertrain, combustion engines, electric motors, sensors and traffic
- More features and geometries for the automated 3D visualization
- Workflow improvements for parameterization and simulation automation
- Integration, standardization and compatibility updates
- New features for function development of ADAS and vehicle dynamics, testing of combustion engines, or energy consumption analyses
For more information about the basic features and applications visit the DYNA4 product page or contact us.
Highlights of DYNA4 R5
Support of Standards and Easier Workflows
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Flexible toolchain integration with standard support
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FMU for model export
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MDF for result data
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OSI for sensor model integration. Learn more
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Usability and workflow improvements
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New simulation view for simulation execution and model build
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Easier handling of variants with new concept for referencing parameter files
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New logging concept with dedicated view
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Easier creation of example and test rig projects
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New example datasets
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Basic vehicle dynamics model for ADAS testing
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Characteristic roll and pitch behavior
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Low parametrization effort
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Reduced license requirements
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Sensor improvements
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Improved object-based traffic sensor models with shaped lobes and virtual mounting positions for the definition of the sensor reference coordinate system
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Improved sensor output on detection level with bounding box points and segmented lidar point cloud
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3D visualization
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More flexibility for the automated visualization of OpenDRIVE road objects and lane types
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Enhanced analysis of scenarios with online display of relevant signals, orthographic top view and distance measurement tool
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Compatibility updates
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Currently supported software versions and real-time platforms on the compatibility list
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Highlights of DYNA 4.0
New productizing and a range of model improvements
DYNA4 Studio
- Model and scenario authoring
- Simulation data management
- Simulation automation and variation
- Simulation result analysis and reporting
DYNA4 Run
- Enables execution of simulation models in accelerated or compiled mode
- Execution with DYNA4 Studio workflows on desktop or real-time targets
- Execution as exported runtime simulation projects, e.g. in CANoe, ADTF, cloud applications etc.
Improved generation of OpenDRIVE roads
- Generation and visualization of OpenDRIVE roads from GPX data
- Support of <geoReference> tag in OpenDRIVE files, e.g. for GPS receivers
- Parameterization of OpenDRIVE objects to be displayed in 3D animation
More flexible scenario parameterization
- Arbitrary reference paths independent of road layout
- Initial speed for vehicle under test for shorter acceleration phase
- Consolidated driver parameters for most common applications
Model updates for driving dynamics
- Consolidated driver parameters for most common applications
- Updated example parameter sets for Compact vehicle
- Improved example parameterization for Model Configuration Truck 4x2
- Improved robustness of TMeasy5 handling tire model
Model updates for electrified powertrains
- Easier creation of customized wiring harnesses with improved Create Circuit function
- Extended consideration of energy losses in electrical system and drivetrain like wiring harness, clutches and electric motors
- New examples for battery configurations
Updates for ADAS sensor models
- Deterministic rendering of physics-based sensors, e.g. for image stitching or sensor fusion
- New sensor type: lidar sensor with single vertical scan layer
Improvements for 3D visualization with DYNAanimation
- Retro-reflective road signs and road marks
- Animated wheels for traffic vehicles
- Range of new geometries
- Simulation start can optionally be delayed until animation project is done loading
- Simplified generation of user-defined signals for DYNAanimation
Runtime application export
- Improved integration into CANoe with integrated animation control
- Export of Windows Executable for stand-alone execution without MATLAB/Simulink
- Multiple S-Function exports of same model with one click, e.g. for multi-ego setups
Product Information
- Fact Sheet: Short overview of DYNA4 product facts (PDF)
- Sensor simulation: Environment perception with virtual cameras, lidar, radar, ultrasound sensors and object lists in virtual test drives with DYNA4
Do you have technical questions and are you looking for suitable answers? Our knowledge base provides the most important FAQs for you.
Training
DYNA4 Training Courses
DYNA4 offers various possibilities to efficiently develop ECU functions through virtual test drives. But only those who know all these options can fully exploit the potential and save time and money.
Therefore, use our training courses to use DYNA4 even more efficiently in your everyday work!
