
EFFICIENT THERMAL SYSTEMS FOR TOP PERFORMANCE
Efficient thermal systems for optimal performance
The efficient thermal systems of the future are not just about the optimum comfort temperature in the car.
These climate systems take a holistic view of the vehicle – from the battery and aerodynamics to high-performance drive systems such as Fuelcell-EVs. The EDAG Group uses its expertise to develop advanced sensors and intelligent control algorithms to ensure maximum efficiency and sustainability. With modern methods such as the digital twin and scalable simulations, we enable extensive virtual testing. This shortens development time and allows for early error detection – efficiency is a top priority at the EDAG Group.
Our main areas of focus in the field of thermal management systems for mobile applications:
- Thermal and air conditioning systems
- Air intake and exhaust management
- Attribute development (thermal, climate comfort and energy)
- Aerodynamics development
- Test management for EA systems
Our holistic approach allows us to achieve an optimal and balanced design of the air conditioning for passengers and cooling for the power-train. We support you from the concept phase to testing and production.
Topic overview
A holistic approach: for efficient thermal systems and aerodynamics in cars
Efficient thermal systems ensure comfortable temperatures for both the human occupants and the vehicle components. To ensure this, thermal management is optimized in close coordination with the overall vehicle development overall vehicle development. This also includes the area of aerodynamics. Optimized airflow in and around the vehicle reduces loads and relieves the thermal systems.
The EDAG Group's efficient aerodynamics solutions promote the thermal management of cars by:
- airflow for cooling
- reducing drag
- effective heat removal
- utilizing waste heat
- intelligent distribution of coolants
In our projects, we achieve a high level of efficiency, which has a positive effect on central aspects such as sustainability management in the automotive industry. Efficient aerodynamics strengthen your mobility in a variety of ways.


Thermal management for batteries in electric cars
Although all critical components must be configured together with the thermal management, batteries in particular require precise temperature control.
To this end, the EDAG Group is not only developing sustainable, efficient thermal systems, but also increasingly robust batteries and battery management systems. This approach is particularly challenging in combination with fuel cells and the use of hydrogen as an energy store. One example of a powerful hybrid solution for longer distances is the H2HyBat.
The continuous development of innovative “package” solutions such as cell-to-module-to-pack, cell-to-pack or even cell-to-chassis promises a higher energy density, but also entails more complex requirements. These require the use of modern Battery management systems that ensure both monitoring and optimized thermal management of the batteries.
High-performance air conditioning systems for cars with the digital twin
- Requirement
- Fast and efficient product or process tests to remain competitive in a dynamic market.
- Versatile and comprehensive analyses of individual components for the highest quality.
- Development cycles that are as short as possible.
- Solutions
- Simulation of systems and components in a digital, precisely replicable environment.
- Early detection and resolution of potential problems.
- Monitoring throughout the entire lifecycle for optimization.
- Option to virtually test various scenarios and conditions – without the need for physical prototypes.
- Your benefits
- Customized development of individual features and functions.
- Reduced time and costs through virtual development.
- Minimization of errors in subsequent tests, thanks to the realistic representation of the digital twin.
- Continuous improvement and innovation through detailed data analysis and flexible customization options.
- A platform for continuous improvement and innovation, as products and processes can be more easily developed thanks to extensive data analysis.


Efficient testing for automotive thermal systems – 1D and 3D simulations
- Requirement
- Accurate prediction of thermal and fluid dynamic effects, especially heat distribution.
- Study of complex thermal interactions to combine temperature, airflow and material behavior in a single model.
- Analysis of different operating conditions and determination of extreme points in detailed tests.
- Solutions
- System overview: Fast and efficient analysis of thermal systems on a linear level in 1D simulations, ideal for temperature and flow profiles in pipes and cooling circuits.
- 3D simulations: Comprehensive calculations of complex models and precise examination of varying effects.
- Optimization of air flow: through simulation and precise adjustment of interactions.
- Your benefits
- Faster decision-making thanks to validated models, optimized tools and accurate data.
- Greater design flexibility during development, as alternative designs and materials can be quickly tested.
- Increased reliability, durability and safety of thermal systems.
The advantages of an optimized climate and thermal system for cars
- Advanced testing procedures and simulations: to identify and optimize critical thermodynamic parameters at an early stage.
- High vehicle performance and durability: because efficient thermal systems ensure stable temperatures for all components.
- Development validation: through precise simulations and validated tests that drastically reduce the risk of technical defects.
- Reduced development time: thanks to virtual engineering, early error detection and rapid iterations.
- Progress despite rapidly increasing complexity: due to the holistic approach, which finds a balance between cross-vehicle and system-specific solutions.

EFFICIENT THERMAL SYSTEMS
The EDAG Group is actively involved in shaping the progress of modern mobility solutions – from innovative Mobility-Software to Sustainable Mobility. We look forward to new challenges and impulses that help to transform the industry and enable groundbreaking developments. Our team will support you from the design to the production of your efficient thermal systems.
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