Issue Q3 2026
Bringing You the Latest Insights, Innovations, and Stories  

By the time summer arrives, the pace of the year is usually fully established. Projects are in motion, development cycles are accelerating, and teams are balancing the challenge of moving quickly while continuing to innovate. Q3 often feels like a checkpoint — an opportunity to look at where industries are heading and where new opportunities are beginning to emerge.

Across engineering and technology, we're seeing an interesting shift take shape. Systems are becoming increasingly connected and increasingly complex. Whether it's next-generation mobility, advanced aerospace platforms, renewable energy initiatives, or the growing infrastructure supporting AI and high-performance computing, the demand for smarter and more efficient solutions continues to increase.

What stands out to me is that innovation today isn't just about designing something new—it's about understanding how multiple systems work together. The ability to evaluate interactions early, ask better questions, and explore more possibilities before committing to physical prototypes is becoming increasingly important. That's one of the reasons simulation continues to play such a critical role. It gives engineers the ability to move faster while making more informed decisions.

At TotalSim, we've continued to see that mindset across the industries we support. From motorsports and aerospace to emerging technologies and energy applications, we're fortunate to work alongside teams pushing boundaries and solving some fascinating engineering challenges. We've also had exciting developments within our own team this quarter, along with new capabilities and technologies that continue expanding how we support our customers.

As always, this issue highlights a few of the people, projects, and ideas that are driving those conversations—from future-focused topics and industry developments to a few lighter moments along the way.

Thank you for continuing to be part of the TotalSim community. I hope you have a great summer, and I look forward to seeing where the second half of the year takes us.

Our team recently attended Realize LIVE Americas in Detroit, joining thousands of industry professionals to explore the latest advancements in simulation, digital twins, industrial AI, and digital transformation. Hosted by Siemens Digital Industries Software, the event provided valuable insights, hands-on learning opportunities, and great conversations with customers, partners, and fellow innovators. We’re already looking forward to next year!

Powering the Future Responsibly: The Growing Push for Greener Data Centers

From AI and cloud computing to digital twins and simulation, data centers have become the backbone of modern life. As demand for computing power continues to surge, so does the need for more sustainable infrastructure. Discover how CFD and simulation are helping engineers optimize cooling, reduce energy consumption, and build the next generation of greener, more efficient data centers.

TotalSim US Unlocks DEP Potential:

CFD Powers Next-Gen Electric Aircraft

Disclosure: Due to confidentiality, we are not able to share the actual aircraft or company information.

The image above is of the NASA X-57

Distributed Electric Propulsion (DEP) is transforming electric aircraft design — delivering blown-wing lift, redundancy, quieter operation, and superior efficiency. TotalSim US recently partnered with an innovative aircraft developer to optimize a DEP-equipped platform, solving complex aerodynamic-thermal challenges that traditional methods struggle to address.

Highly Accurate, Affordable Simulations Via Self Service Web-Based Apps 

Click here to learn about how Total Sim can create a CFD web application directly customized to your company's needs. This step by step explanation details how to begin this process and the benefits that come with creating a CFD web application.

Vertical Flight Society Electric Aircraft Symposium (EAS)

We’re excited to share that we’ll be attending the Vertical Flight Society Electric Aircraft Symposium this July in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Taking place July 18–19, EAS is the world’s longest-running conference dedicated to electric aviation and advanced air mobility (AAM), bringing together industry leaders, engineers, researchers, and innovators focused on the future of flight.

EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

Following EAS, we’ll also be making our way over to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, one of the world’s largest and most iconic aviation gatherings. Hosted annually by the Experimental Aircraft Association, AirVenture brings together aviation enthusiasts, pilots, engineers, innovators, and aerospace companies from around the globe for a week packed with aircraft, technology, forums, and flight demonstrations.

Discover Altair ultraFluidX: Ultra-Fast

External Aerodynamics in the Altair CFD Suite

Before GPU-accelerated CFD became a mainstream conversation, Altair ultraFluidX was already helping engineers dramatically reduce simulation times for external aerodynamics. Purpose-built for automotive, motorsports, and transportation applications, ultraFluidX brought rapid design iteration and high-fidelity aerodynamic insights together in a way that helped reshape expectations for CFD turnaround times.

As we continue expanding our simulation offerings through the Siemens and Altair portfolio, we're taking a quick look back at one of the tools that helped push the industry forward. Read more about ultraFluidX and its impact on aerodynamic simulation.

And one more thing...

Siemens Simcenter STAR-CCM+

2606 Release – July 1, 2026

Siemens will release Simcenter STAR-CCM+ 2606 on July 1, 2026. This update modernizes the simulation workflow while continuing recent gains in speed and intelligence.

These updates make STAR-CCM+ more accessible and powerful. Detailed release notes and webinars follow the launch. Start preparing your workflows today for a seamless upgrade.