ANSYS Simulation Tools Help Drive Success for Dale Earnhardt, Inc.

ANSYS providing simulation software used to test power, improve performance of racecars

SOUTHPOINTE, Pa., Aug. 25 -- ANSYS, Inc. , a global innovator of simulation software and technologies designed to optimize product development processes, today announced that Dale Earnhardt, Inc. (DEI) is using ANSYS simulation software tools to analyze racecar parts and performance for increased power, speed and safety.

"ANSYS provides the DEI team with very capable tools," said Charles Jenckes, engine development engineer at Dale Earnhardt, Inc. "The strength of their analysis capabilities combined with a very friendly interface has helped make our jobs much easier and even more rewarding. Since working with ANSYS, we're seeing reduced cycle times on the cars, and increased durability and engine speed. These are all key factors when it comes to remaining competitive in the racing business."

Using ANSYS Multiphysics, ANSYS ICEM CFD with meshing capabilities and DesignSpace integrated with SolidWorks, DEI is helping to improve the overall performance of its racecars through cost savings, material savings, part durability, part safety and part performance. The implementation of ANSYS tools also should result in a better performance of the entire racing team.

"Providing simulation tools for DEI is exciting for us because it makes ANSYS an indirect part of the team," said Mike Wheeler, vice president and general manager, Mechanical Business Unit at ANSYS. "We realize how important it is for DEI to maintain a competitive edge, and knowing that we contributed to the design and speed of a winning race car reinforces the pride we take in our products and our company."

About ANSYS, Inc.

ANSYS, Inc., founded in 1970, develops and globally markets engineering simulation software and technologies widely used by engineers and designers across a broad spectrum of industries. ANSYS focuses on the development of open and flexible solutions that enable users to analyze designs directly on the desktop, providing a common platform for fast, efficient and cost- conscious product development, from design concept to final-stage testing and validation. Headquartered in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania with more than 25 strategic sales locations throughout the world, ANSYS, Inc. employs approximately 550 people and distributes its products through a network of channel partners in over 40 countries. Visit www.ansys.com for more information.

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