Transforming Racing Car Aerodynamics with AI-CAE: RICOS and Toyota Gazoo Racing Development Begin Strategic Validation
RICOS Co., Ltd. and Toyota Gazoo Racing Development (TGR-D) have begun validating the use of machine learning for racing car aerodynamic analysis, aiming to drastically shorten development cycles with the proprietary AI-CAE 'IsoGCN'.
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RICOS Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Yu Ihara) has entered into an outsourcing agreement with Toyota Gazoo Racing Development Co., Ltd. (TGR-D; Headquarters: Ashigarakami-gun, Kanagawa; President: Kenji Terao) regarding aerodynamic analysis of racing cars utilizing machine learning technology.
■ Overview
RICOS will apply its proprietary AI-CAE technology to support aerodynamic development in motorsport. By enabling high-speed predictions through machine learning, the collaboration aims to address the heavy computational demands of traditional Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and significantly shorten development cycles.
■ Key Highlights
Accelerated Analysis:
Substantial reduction in computation time while maintaining traditional simulation accuracy.
Proprietary Algorithm 'IsoGCN':
A physics-informed machine learning algorithm capable of capturing complex 3D geometries and delivering high-fidelity predictions, even for new designs.
Expanded Design Exploration:
Faster iteration cycles allow broader design exploration and performance optimization within shorter timeframes.
Through this validation, RICOS aims to accelerate the realization of a world where 'optimal performance can be instantly designed' in the extreme environments of motorsport.
■ Company Information
Toyota Gazoo Racing Development Co., Ltd.
Location: 440 Sakai, Nakai-machi, Ashigarakami-gun, Kanagawa
Representative: Kenji Terao, President and CEO
Company Website: https://www.tgr-d.co.jp/
RICOS Co., Ltd.
Location: 1F Yusen Building, 2-3-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Representative: Yu Ihara, CEO
Company Website: https://www.ricos.co.jp/
■ Overview
RICOS will apply its proprietary AI-CAE technology to support aerodynamic development in motorsport. By enabling high-speed predictions through machine learning, the collaboration aims to address the heavy computational demands of traditional Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and significantly shorten development cycles.
■ Key Highlights
Accelerated Analysis:
Substantial reduction in computation time while maintaining traditional simulation accuracy.
Proprietary Algorithm 'IsoGCN':
A physics-informed machine learning algorithm capable of capturing complex 3D geometries and delivering high-fidelity predictions, even for new designs.
Expanded Design Exploration:
Faster iteration cycles allow broader design exploration and performance optimization within shorter timeframes.
Through this validation, RICOS aims to accelerate the realization of a world where 'optimal performance can be instantly designed' in the extreme environments of motorsport.
■ Company Information
Toyota Gazoo Racing Development Co., Ltd.
Location: 440 Sakai, Nakai-machi, Ashigarakami-gun, Kanagawa
Representative: Kenji Terao, President and CEO
Company Website: https://www.tgr-d.co.jp/
RICOS Co., Ltd.
Location: 1F Yusen Building, 2-3-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Representative: Yu Ihara, CEO
Company Website: https://www.ricos.co.jp/