Virtual Product Development Technology in Carbon-Neutral Engines

Choi Jiwon, head of virtual product development at Hyundai Heavy Industries, focuses on developing carbon-neutral engines, emphasizing simulation technology for efficient product development.

### Hyundai Heavy Industries: Advancing Carbon-Neutral Engine Development through Virtual Product Technology
* 🚢 Hyundai Heavy Industries is a major player in the engine and machinery sector, with a **global production capacity** for marine engines and land-based power generation engines.
* 🔋 Due to the increasing focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, the company is actively developing **carbon-neutral engines** using alternative fuels like **ammonia and hydrogen**.
* 🎯 The company aims to complete the development of **ammonia engines by 2022** and **hydrogen engines by 2025**.
* 🖥 Hyundai Heavy Industries heavily relies on **virtual product development and simulation technology** to reduce the **time and cost of engine development**.
* 📈 The company has been able to **shorten the engine development time** by leveraging accumulated data, conducting simulations, and focusing on **solving problems at the front end**.
* ⚙ In the field of ship propulsion, where batteries are not a feasible solution, **internal combustion engines are expected to continue playing a key role**.
* The development of fuel supply and injection systems is becoming crucial as the company transitions to **carbon-neutral fuels**.
* 🌐 While the automotive industry is shifting to electric vehicles, the stability of ship propulsion systems makes the transition to **alternative fuels** a more **viable option**.

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The Application of Virtual Product Development Technology in Carbon-Neutral Engine Development

Choi Jiwon, head of virtual product development research at Hyundai Heavy Industries, is leading research on carbon-neutral engine development and its application in the marine sector.

The research includes evaluating durability and performance of engines, as well as conducting overseas verifications and providing high-level knowledge exchange.

Hyundai Heavy Industries mainly focuses on the production of large marine engines, obtaining design technology from overseas companies, and emphasizing technological development for environmental issues and competitiveness in the marine sector.

Development of Powerful Engines at Hyundai Heavy Industries

Hyundai Heavy Industries is a global leader in the production of powerful engines, used for both marine propulsion and land-based power generation.

The company's strong engines are now equipped with environmental devices to address issues related to exhaust gas treatment, in line with the focus on future technology research.

With a significant market share and high unit prices, the production of these powerful engines is a major part of Hyundai Heavy Industries, demonstrating their ongoing development and impact in South Korea.

Research and Development at the Engine Research Institute

The Engine Research Institute is part of a larger R&D center in Pangyo, focusing on naval weapon systems and research.

They conduct research on engine efficiency and the transition to eco-friendly fuels like methanol, ammonia, and hydrogen.

The institute is also exploring 3D printing for engine part development and working on hydrogen production technologies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in compliance with regulations from the International Maritime Organization.

Shifting to Carbon-Free Fuels: Regulations, Development, and Challenges

Regulations are becoming stricter, leading to a shift towards developing completely carbon-free fuels like ammonia and hydrogen.

The development focus has shifted rapidly, with the goal of completing ammonia development by 2022 and hydrogen development by 2025.

The short development period for new fuel types poses concerns and the need to develop various engines quickly, with a focus on simulation technology and virtual product development.

Multi-Model Production System in the Automobile Industry

Car production involves the use of shared components across different models, allowing for multi-model production.

The development time for engines has been significantly reduced due to increased demand and evolving fuel types, with a focus on shortening the time frame even further.

The product development process includes setting design targets, conceptual design, detailed design, and verification by technicians from the purchasing country before mass production begins.

The Evolution of Testing and Simulation in Engine Development

Engine development initially relied on testing and refinement, but as computing power and simulation technology advanced, there has been a shift towards using simulations to reduce testing.

The company is now focusing on research and development using machine learning models to expedite the design process and solve problems at the front end.

By prioritizing small successes and combining simulation with accumulated engine data, they have been able to reduce the need for continuous testing and improve the design process.

Developing a Predictive Model for Engine Efficiency and Emissions

Developing a predictive model based on accumulated engine data and simulations can help find the optimal operating point and significantly reduce fuel costs.

The technology to inject a small amount of diesel through the MP injector is being developed to reduce carbon emissions, and a predictive model is aimed to identify the minimum test conditions to reduce methane slip.

The use of advanced simulations and metal models has drastically reduced the time for evaluation and response to estimates, saving a significant amount of time in the engine development process.

Innovations in Engine Performance Analysis and Alternative Fuel Development

Engine performance analysis is being improved through the use of simulation and integrated data to overcome the lack of actual data, reducing analysis time significantly.

The development of carbon-neutral fuels is becoming a major focus, especially in the field of hydrogen engines, where domestic technology is currently lacking.

Research is also focusing on multi-physics simulation and the development of alternative fuels to accelerate the achievement of carbon neutrality.