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Interlock CheckVerify logic and dependencies → PLC Software TestingFind issues through virtual testing → Robot ProgrammingDevelop efficient logic and motion → Collision DetectionIdentify spatial conflicts early → Cycle Time AnalysisFind bottlenecks and improve throughput → Production OptimizationTurn data into better performance →
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RF::YAMS3D simulation and material flow → RF::ViPerVirtual periphery simulation → RF::RobSimRobot simulation → RF::SCOUTAnalysis and optimization → RF::CEREBData intelligence platform → RF::GUARDFixture simulation and validation → RF::FSBoxHardware for fieldbus simulation → RF::EdDiVirtual operator and PLC training → RF::VPM ToolProject and model preparation →
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AutomotiveProduction lines and automation systems. AerospaceComplex assembly and validation workflows. RoboticsRobot cells, paths and interactions. Machine BuildingReusable models and connected tools. ChemicalProcess simulation and transparency. PharmaValidated processes and training scenarios. IntralogisticsMaterial flow and throughput optimization. EnergyResilient and data-driven operation.
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We participate in national and international research projects focused on digital engineering, automation, artificial intelligence and sustainable production systems.

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01 Research Project SARESA

Resilient, sustainable and adaptable industrial production systems.

→ 02 Research Project REDRIVES

Resilient drive technologies and robust industrial production processes.

→ 03 Research Project DIGIKLEB

Digital methods for connected adhesive processes and quality assurance.

→ 04 Research Project GENIUS

Intelligent engineering methods for data-driven manufacturing systems.

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Virtual Sensing
for Industrial Automation

USE CASE

What is Virtual Sensing?

Virtual Sensing enables the determination of process variables that are difficult, expensive, or not directly measurable in real plants. By linking a simulation model with live data, a reliable foundation is created for transparency, monitoring, and optimization during operation.

Make non-directly measurable states visible

Extend live data with virtual measurements

Create a foundation for analysis and optimization

Impact of Interlock Check

Visible

Relevant process variables are calculated virtually and made available for operation, analysis and evaluation.

Real-time

The model runs in parallel to the real plant and continuously reflects current states in sync.

Comparable

Relevant process variables are calculated virtually and made available for operation, analysis and evaluation.

Applicable

The model runs in parallel to the real plant and continuously reflects current states in sync.

How it works

Virtual Sensing as a
continuous data loop

Live production data is continuously linked with simulation models to calculate additional process values for monitoring, analysis and optimization.

Input

Live Data

Sensor values, control signals and current machine states are captured from the real system.

Core

Simulation Model

The model runs in parallel and calculates process values that are difficult or impossible to measure directly.

Output

Virtual Insights

The result supports monitoring, bottleneck detection, optimization and predictive applications.

Applications

Where Virtual Sensing
creates value

Virtual Sensing is applied in industrial environments where direct measurement reaches its limits. By combining simulation models with real production data, it enables deeper insights, improved monitoring and new optimization strategies.

01

Collision Detection

Detect critical states and potential collisions by evaluating virtual process variables in real time.

02

Process Monitoring

Extend existing sensor data with additional virtual information to gain a more complete view of system behavior.

03

Cycle Time Analysis

Analyze process performance using calculated values that are not physically measurable in the real system.

04

Bottleneck Identification

Identify hidden constraints in production by correlating real and simulated data.

05

Predictive Analytics

Use enriched data models to detect patterns and predict future system behavior.

06

Energy Monitoring

Estimate consumption and efficiency based on simulation-driven insights where direct measurement is not available.

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