DigiTain

Publications and lectures

2026

F. Haenel, J. Hedemann, M. Huschka, Digital Product Passports: Enabling Sustainable Decisions in Early Product Development, White Paper, Editor: D. Holder, ARENA2036 e.V., Stuttgart, Publisher: ARENA2036 e.V., Stuttgart, 2026. Link.

M. Springmann, “Investigation of Safety Kinematics for High-pressure CFRP Hydrogen Vessels Under Side Pole Crash,” presentation, 11th Technical Conference on Virtualising Composites, Zurich, 2026.

D. Holder, *Digitalization for Sustainability: Digital Product Development and Certification of Sustainable Electric Drive Architectures*, book, Springer Nature, scheduled for publication in Q3 2026.

2025

C. Backmann, S. Seidel, J. Hohe, "A damage mechanics model for failure assessment of filament-wound FRP materials at the [+-]-ply level," presentation, 19th European Conference on Spacecraft Structures, Materials and Environmental Testing, 2025.

T. Usta, M. von Scheven, M. Bischoff, “Avoiding Volumetric Locking in Ten-Node Tetrahedral Finite Elements for Explicit Finite Element Simulations,” white paper, Ansys EMEA Transportation Summit and LS-DYNA Conference, Munich, 2025.

S. Rybak, A. Petermann, "Battery Macromodel for Short-Circuit Detection in Full-Scale Vehicle Crashes," CRASHMAT Conference, Freiburg, 2025.

V. Iacob, D. Moncayo, S. Hartmann, L. Leidinger, T. Ricken, “Comparison of Isogeometric Analysis and Conventional Finite Element Approaches in Simulating Crash Boxes and Extruded Aluminum Profiles,” Ansys EMEA Transportation Summit, Munich, 2025.

T. Uhlemayr, "Degradation Modeling of PEM Fuel Cells with Consideration of Catalyst and Membrane Aging Effects," presentation, EFCF, Lucerne, 2025.

S. Kilchert, DigiTain – Digitalization for Sustainability, ACAP Workshop on Sustainability in Aviation, 2025.

D. Moncayo, F. Schauwecker, V. Iacob, S. Jamei, DIGITAIN – Digitalization for Sustainability and Deep Dive, CRASHMAT Conference, Freiburg, 2025.

S. Frik, A. Haufe, "Digital Certification – Status of Homologation Certification through Crashworthiness Analysis," NAFEMS, Salzburg, 2025.

T. Uhlemayr, J. Scholte, M. Hölzle, "Further Development of a Performance Model to Incorporate Electrochemical Aging Effects," Poster, UECT, 2025.

M. Schilling, M. von Scheven, M. Bischoff, “Higher-Order 3D Shell Elements in LS-DYNA: Enhancing Stress Prediction in Laminates,” white paper, Ansys EMEA Transportation Summit and LS-DYNA Conference, Munich, 2025.

D. Benson, S. Hartmann, L. Leidinger, L. Li, A. Nagy, L. Nguyen, M. Pigazzini, IGA in LS-DYNA: Studies and Applications, Presentation, IGA 2025, Eindhoven.

D. Benson, S. Hartmann, L. Leidinger, L. Li, A. Nagy, L. Nguyen, M. Pigazzini, IGA in LS-DYNA: The Latest Studies and Applications, Presentation, Ansys EMEA Transportation Summit and LS-DYNA User Conference, Munich, 2025.

P. Froeschle, "Innovation Platform for Mobility and Production of the Future," presentation, NAFEMS, Salzburg, 2025.

A. Funtan, "Innovative Manufacturing Concepts for Type 4 Hydrogen Storage Systems – Technologies & Trends," presentation, CU Innovation Day, Faßberg, 2025.

M. Schiffner, J. Barth, P. Hoffeins, J. Wafzig, F. Petrich, M. Gaber, M. Gude, "Integration of a cooling element for heat dissipation in the transverse direction in a CFRP rotor shaft for an electric machine," presentation, 28th International Dresden Lightweight Construction Symposium, Dresden, 2025.

M. Schneeberger, M. Springmann, R. Czichos, R. Krischler, S. Carosella, P. Middendorf, “Investigation of Safety Kinematics for High-pressure CFRP Hydrogen Tanks in the Underbody of a Vehicle Under Side Pole Crash,” presentation, SAMPE Europe Conference, Amsterdam, 2025.

M. Huschka, S. Kilchert, AI-Supported Life Cycle Assessments, Käpsele Innovation Festival, Freiburg, 2025.

H. Wei, A. Erhart, L. Zhuang, D. Dang, O. Akolkar, A. Nair, W. Hu, C. Wu, "LS-DYNA AI-Empowered Simulation Technique for Multiscale Analysis of Composite Materials," presentation, Ansys EMEA Transportation Summit and LS-DYNA User Conference, Munich, 2025.

H. Dhumal, "Mechanical Modeling of Battery Cells: From Component Level to High-Fidelity Model," PhD Seminar: Young Researchers in Mechanics, Zell am See, 2025.

D. Leininger, "Prediction-Based Improvement of a FCEV Operating Strategy," presentation, CTI Symposium Berlin, Berlin, 2025.

K. Keller, "Processes, Methods, and Models for the Fully Digital Product Development of Sustainable Electric Drive Architectures," NAFEMS, Salzburg, 2025.

A. Steiert, B. Schaufelberger, T. Kisters, S. Schopferer, “Simplified Finite Element Model of a Prismatic Cell under Different Crash Loads,” presentation, Ansys EMEA Transportation Summit and LS-DYNA Conference, Munich, 2025.

A. Viehmann, S. Kefer, Testing and Simulation of Mechanically Induced Short Circuits in Lithium-Ion Cells, Automotive Circle Battery Systems, Bad Nauheim, 2025.

P. Hoffeins, "The Sustainability-Oriented Product Development Process," 28th International Dresden Lightweight Construction Symposium, Dresden, 2025.

D. Benson, S. Hartmann, L. Leidinger, L. Li, A. Nagy, L. Nguyen, M. Pigazzini, "Trimmed IGA Shells and Solids in LS-DYNA: Latest Developments, Applications, and Studies," presentation, 10th Before Reality Conference, Munich, 2025.

D. Benson, S. Hartmann, L. Leidinger, L. Li, A. Nagy, L. Nguyen, M. Pigazzini, “Trimmed IGA Solids in LS-DYNA,” presentation, Simulation World Nordics, Gothenburg, 2025.

M. Luik, H. Ruckdöschel, “Understanding Towpreg Manufacturing – Combining Advanced Resin Formulation and Improved Processing Techniques for the Next Generation of Pressure Vessels,” presentation, ICCM 24, Baltimore, 2025.

S. Rinderknecht, Universal Hybrid Electric Vehicles: Coupling Mobility and Energy Grids, CTI Symposium Berlin, Berlin, 2025.

L. Münch, “Improving Damage Prediction in CFRP Crash Simulations through Hybrid Modeling Using Machine Learning,” presentation, Lightweight Construction Technology Day, Pfinztal, 2025.

C. Hogg, E. Schmidt, Virtual Certification, DigiTain, VDA ATSU, 2025.

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2024

S. Arndt, F. Hänel, M. Dos Santos, B. Zimmermann, "User-Centered Data Provision for Climate-Friendly Product Development," Presentation & White Paper, EEE2024 – People, Technology, and Methods in Product Development and Design, 2024.

M. Schilling, M. von Scheven, M. Bischoff, "A Comparative Analysis of Improved Stress Prediction Using Higher-Order 3D Shell Finite Elements for Laminated Structures," 17th LS-DYNA Forum, Leinfelden, 2024.

D. Holder, F. Wulle, J. Lind, *Advances in Automotive Production Technology – Digital Product Development and Manufacturing*, book (Springer), Stuttgart Conference on Automotive Production (SCAP2024), Stuttgart, 2024.

B. Yang, “Accelerated Virtual Development of Fuel Cell Systems through Real-Time Physical Simulation,” VDMA Workshop: Fuel Cell System Design, ZSW Ulm, 2024.

A. Haufe, “Certification by Analysis, or How to Eat an Elephant,” presentation, HISTRATE conference, Istanbul, 2024.

A. Haufe, “Certification by Analysis: Some Thoughts Beyond the Technical Challenges,” presentation, 27th International Dresden Lightweight Construction Symposium, Dresden, 2024.

L. Kälber, M. Ashour, A. Mielke, K. Keller, S. Seyedpour, R. Ricken, “Comparison of Symbolic Regression Methods for Recovering the von Mises Stress Law,” presentation, SCAP2024, Stuttgart, 2024.

B. Schaufelberger, A. Steiert, T. Kisters, S. Schopferer, "Development and Validation of a Finite Element Model of a Prismatic Cell under Crash Loading," White Paper & Presentation, SCAP2024, Stuttgart, 2024.

S. Jamei, DigiTain – Digitalization for Sustainability, Wire Harness Innovation Forum, Stuttgart, 2024.

M. Wolf, DigiTain - Increasing Efficiency Through the Digitization of the Winding Process, IMP-Days, Lyon, 2024.

J. Richter, M. Dammann, M. Kluge, B. Saske, S. Arndt, A. Hornig, K. Paetzold-Byhain, N. Modler, Digitalized Composite Material and Product Development – Strategies and Methods for Multiscale Experimental-Numerical Validation Processes Using PLM and MBSE Approaches, ECCM21 – 21st European Conference on Composite Materials, Nantes, 2024.

J. Marc, B. Schmelzle, D. Werner, Comprehensive FEM Analysis of an Electric Drive: From Gear to Inverter, Webinar, online, 2024.

J. Ruetz, Z. Wang, M. Fritz, "Frontloading in Practice: Simulation-Supported Design and Development of a High-Voltage Battery System," webinar, online, 2024.

D. Benson, G. Blankenhorn, S. Hartmann, L. Leidinger, L. Li, A. Nagy, L. Nguyen, M. Pigazzini, “IGA in LS-DYNA: Recent Advancements and Current Challenges,” presentation, IGA 2024, St. Augustine, 2024.

T. Uhlemayr, B. Yang, "Integration of a 1-D Performance Model for Calculating Fuel Cell Components in a Comprehensive Simulation," presentation, AVL Simulation Conference Germany 2024, Regensburg, 2024.

M. Schilling, T. Usta, T. Willmann, M. von Scheven, M. Bischoff, “Investigating the Potential of Higher-Order 3D-Shell Finite Elements in Stress Analysis of Laminated Structures,” White Paper & Presentation, SCAP2024, Stuttgart, 2024.

T. Schulz, M. Huschka, M. Dlugosch, “Leveraging Knowledge Graphs to Fill Data Gaps for Life Cycle Assessment during Product Development,” white paper, SCAP2024, Stuttgart, 2024.

M. Dammann, P. Hoffeins, J. Barth, B. Saske, K. Paetzold-Byhain, N. Modler, “Modeling a sustainability-oriented development process with model-based systems engineering,” 35th DfX Symposium, Bamberg, 2024.

T. Uhlemayr, "Modeling of Catalyst Degradation in PEM Fuel Cells," presentation, European PdH Hydrogen Conference (EPHyC), Ghent, Belgium, 2024.

T. Uhlemayr, J. Scholta, M. Hölzle, “Modeling the Aging Behavior of the Catalyst Layer in PEM Fuel Cells,” presentation, SCAP2024, Stuttgart, 2024.

J. Ruetz, Achieving No-Propagation Goals Through Frontloading, webinar, online, 2024.

S. Pati, A. Deshmane, M. Korff, T. Dickhut, "Overview of the Challenges in High-Pressure Type V Hydrogen Tanks for Automotive Applications," SCAP2024, Stuttgart, 2024.

A. Haufe, "Processes, Methods, and Models for Virtual Product Development and Certification of Future Vehicles: An Introduction to DigiTain," presentation, SCAP2024, Stuttgart, 2024.

Z. Trivedi, N. Waschinsky, A. Deshmane, R. Krischler, K. Keller, T. Ricken, “Quantifying the epistemic uncertainties in a Type V CFRP pressure vessel using a fuzzy approach,” presentation, SCAP2024, Stuttgart, 2024.

L. Leidinger, S. Hartmann, Q. Tang, C. Ilg, W. Feix, F. Andrade, P. Bär, S. Sommer, “Recent Enhancements and Studies of Isogeometric Shells in LS-DYNA,” presentation, International LS-DYNA Conference, Metro Detroit, 2024.

R. Deng, S. Kilchert, "The Application of LCA Data Uncertainty Analysis in the Sustainable Development Process," SCAP2024, Stuttgart, 2024.

P. Bähr, L. Leidinger, S. Sommer, S. Hartmann, "Validation of the *CONSTRAINED_SPR3 JOINT Formulation for Isogeometric Shell Models," Presentation & White Paper, SCAP2024, Stuttgart, 2024.

P. Bähr, L. Leidinger, S. Sommer, S. Hartmann, "Validation of the *CONSTRAINED_SPR3 JOINT Formulation for Isogeometric Shell Models," presentation, SCAP2024, Stuttgart, 2024.

2023

S. Pati, "Development of a Type V Hydrogen Tank for Automotive Applications," CU Innovation Day: "Hydrogen—Enabler for Sustainable Mobility and Transport Concepts," 2023.

S. Jamei, DigiTain - Digitalization for Sustainability, ARENA2036 Project Status Day, Stuttgart, 2023.

M. Wolf, DigiTain - Digitalization for Sustainability, IVW Annual Report 2023.

D. Holder, C. Ackermann, P. Froeschle, "DigiTain—Fully Digital Product Development of Sustainable Electric Drive Architectures," presentation, Zuken Innovation World, 2023.

S. Hartmann, L. Leidinger, L. Li, A. Nagy, L. Nguyen, M. Pigazzini, D. Benson, F. Bauer, “Enabling Productive Use of Isogeometric Shells in LS-DYNA,” presentation, 14th European LS-DYNA Conference, Baden-Baden, 2023.

S. Hartmann, L. Leidinger, L. Li, A. Nagy, L. Nguyen, M. Pigazzini, D. Benson, F. Bauer, “Isogeometric BIW in Full Vehicle Crash Simulations: Empowering LS-DYNA,” presentation, 11th International Conference on IGA 2023, Lyon, 2023.

M. Kuhtz, J. Gerritzen, J. Wiegand, A. Hornig, M. Gude, “Modeling Delamination in Fiber-Reinforced Composites Subjected to Through-Thickness Compression Using an Adapted Cohesive Law,” European LS-DYNA Conference, 2023.

M. Wolf, B. Bergmann, M. Päßler, J. Schlimbach, “Roving & Tape Processing in DigiTain,” International IVW Colloquium – Eco-Efficiency with Composites, 2023.