Aircraft manufacturer Airbus will in future use the Capital development software from Siemens' Xcelerator portfolio for the development of electrical/electronic (E/E) systems. This should speed up the development of commercial aircraft. The digital thread and openness of the platform were decisive factors in the selection, as these features simplify integration into the comprehensive development environment. Close support from Siemens and technical workshops should accelerate the development and introduction of new processes.
The Capital development software provides a true, configuration-driven digital twin for E/E systems, supported by a comprehensive Digital Thread throughout the lifecycle of E/E systems in development, manufacturing and operations. In addition, Capital's open IT architecture and cross-functional integrations enable straightforward implementation into Airbus' Lean PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) environment. The platform thus forms the backbone for the design of E/E systems and the production of wire harnesses in the company's development teams, which are spread across several countries.
The E/E groups will work in a highly standardized design environment. This is expected to enable faster product development, optimized electrical systems manufacturing, improved 'first time right' wire harness quality and smoother supply chain integration to create architecturally optimized design proposals, wiring and service documentation. "Capital enables customers to create digital continuity in electrical engineering to shorten development times and significantly reduce costs," said Martin O'Brien, senior vice president of Siemens' Integrated Electrical Systems business.Siemens Digital Industries software is driving the transformation of companies on their journey towards the 'Digital Enterprise', where engineering, manufacturing and electronics design meet the needs of the future. The Xcelerator portfolio helps companies of all sizes to develop and utilize digital twins.
