SEOUL, South Korea — Kumho Tire Co. Inc. has unveiled a tire development technology, called Digital Twin system, that's designed to accelerate tire development.
The system integrates big data analytics, artificial intelligence and advanced engineering techniques into the tire creation process, which, Kumho claims, marks a significant leap forward in the industry.
"In response to the growing demand for digital transformation among automakers and stricter environmental regulations, the Digital Twin system shifts tire development from traditional physical methods to a dynamic virtual environment. This allows design engineers to generate tire designs, predict performance, optimize designs, and simulate vehicle performance — all within a digital framework," the tire maker said.
"We are excited to apply state-of-the-art technologies like CAE, artificial intelligence and digital transformation to our tire development process," said Kim Keewoon, head of virtual product development center at Kumho Tire in South Korea.
"The Digital Twin system will enhance our competitive edge, enabling us to develop more advanced tires that deliver superior performance."
Kumho Tire plans to transition the Digital Twin system to a cloud-based platform, allowing design engineers to access it anytime and anywhere. This global accessibility will ensure that teams can collaborate seamlessly on tire development, regardless of location, the company said.
Ongoing upgrades to the performance prediction system will continuously enhance the reliability and accuracy of tire performance assessments, while advanced vehicle simulators will improve vehicle dynamics predictions, Kumho said.
The system will help shorten development timelines, enhance tire performance and reduce overall costs, Kumho said.
