World’s most established vehicle simulation platform enables
accelerated engineering throughout the complete product design process

TruckSim delivers the most accurate, detailed,and efficient methods for simulating theperformance of multi-axle commercial andmilitary vehicles. With more than twenty
years of real-world validation, TruckSim isuniversally the preferred tool for analyzing
vehicledynamics,
developing
activecontrollers, calculating a truck’s performance
characteristics, and engineering next
generation active safety systems.
With manufacturers facing compressed
product development cycles, TruckSimprovides an intuitive set of tools for engineers
to quickly evaluate complete vehicles, truck
sub-components, and active controllers incomplex driving environments.
TruckSim keeps up to date with emerging
trends in the industry with frequent updates
that include features such as: sensors andtraffic vehicles for developing active safetysystems, interfaces to 3rd party powertrain
simulation tools, and Performance BasedStandards.
TruckSim Applications•

Electronic Stability Control•

ABS Braking•

Off Tracking Analysis•

Active Suspension•

Autonomous Driving•

Anti-roll Controls•Performance Based Standards•

Anti-sway Controls•

Alternate Powertrains•

Driver Alertness Technologies•Roadway Engineering•

Lane Departure Warnings•

Fuel Economy Studies•

Active Braking•Vehicle to Vehicle			Communications

TruckSim’s Intuitive Visualization and Plotting Tools
High Fidelity Vehicle Models: TruckSim includes math models for overeighteen vehicle configurations that include several single-unit trucks and adiverse range of tractor-trailer combinations with multiple trailers, dollys, andaxle configurations. If you require a truck configuration that is not included,Mechanical Simulation can develop a custom vehicle model based on yourspecifications. Optional features in the math models add degrees of freedom
to handle flexible trailer frames, and flexible powertrain mounts.
Modular Vehicle Definition: truck sub-systems are defined with parameters
and tables that can be obtained from published data, engineering tools, andtest rigs. When data is not available, you can use the real-world data provided
in sample TruckSim datasets. TruckSim’s modular, parameter-based design
approach lets you modify parameters and run simulations any time during
the design cycle.
Truck Performance Metrics: TruckSim provides open-loop and closed loop
driver models with advanced features to help engineers quickly discover atruck’s limit capabilities or its optimal path through a complex maneuver.
These technologies are demanded by manufactures who must certify
compliance with worldwide ISO and ECE stability control regulations.
VS Commands: this powerful scripting language provides tools toAutomatically control test runs, extend vehicle models, and sequence complex
driving maneuvers. Using this powerful language is often used to extend thecapabilities of TruckSim without requiring Simulink or TruckSim’s API.

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Top Reasons Engineers Select TruckSim•
TruckSim is a standalone application. It does not require anyother software to perform simulations.
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TruckSim has a standard interface to MATLAB/Simulink.
•TruckSim is used extensively by a majority of the largest
commercial vehicle OEMs and suppliers.
•TruckSim allows users to build complex scenarios and test
event sequences.
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TruckSim can scale from:- Software-in-the-loop to- Model-in-the-loop to- Hardware-in-the-loop to- Driver-in-the-loop•
TruckSim has an intuitive user interface and powerful analysis
tools.
•TruckSim supports vehicle sensors and interactive traffic for
V2V and ADAS development.
•TruckSim includes numerous example vehicles, roads, andprocedures to assist first time users.
•TruckSim is the easiest and most productive vehicle simulation
tool on the market.
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CarSim, TruckSim, and BikeSim have over 3,500 active users
around the world at OEMs, suppliers, and leading universities.

Sensor feature for developing active safety systems
DATA DRIVEN PRODUCT DESIGN
From conception to product launch—TruckSimprovides sophisticated tools to streamline your design,engineering, and testing processes. With TruckSim you
can quickly transition between product developmenttasks by reusing vehicle parameters and test procedures
implemented in previous steps.
TruckSim supports industry standard engineering
tools which allow you to add your own technologies
into your simulation environment. TruckSim’s support
for industry standard HIL platforms allows you tochoose the hardware that is best for your real time
application—without locking you into expensive,
unproven hardware/software combinations.
TruckSim is an economical tool for engineers who
use multiple software tools and must produce results
quickly. TruckSim features an intuitive user interface,
online help, and a complete set of example vehicles, 3Droads, and documented test procedures and plots.

High fidelity math models and detailed 3D road geometry
Included Data Sets•
15 example test vehicles•
25 roads and test tracks•
75+ test runs with comprehensive
design notes
Engineering Tools•
Interactive 3D Visualizer•
Engineering plots/scope•
Spectrum analyzer•
Linear Analysis

TruckSim RT Supported HIL Platforms•dSPACE•
National Instruments•
Opal-RT•
ETAS•
Fujitsu-TEN•
A&D RT-Linux

Integration Technologies•
Microsoft COM API•
Excel import and export

Tire Models•
Combined slip•
Extended shear with camber•
Pacejka 5.2•
MF-Tyre•MF-Swift (optional)•
COSIN FTire (optional)

Control Development Support•
MATLAB/Simulink•
LabVIEW•ASCET•
Visual StudioVS Commands•
Powerful scripting language•
Automate complex driving maneuvers•
Create variables and imports•
Add differential equations

Visualization Features•
Data driven heads-up-display•
Synchronized plotting•
Driver mirrors/multiple cameras•
Tracking camera•
Overlay compare of multiple tests•
Ghost vehicle path•
Photo realistic, user defined driving environments—trees, buildings, signs, textured roads.
•Tire skid marks and tracks•
Sounds—engine, wind, and tireOptional TruckSim Features•
Frame Twist•
Sensors•
AVL Cruise Interface•
Powertrain Mount Model•
Performance Based Standards•
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