[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":122},["ShallowReactive",2],{"XlohQ4FFthmdPJChMmG9bt3USEG9n0LHxyMiF66-luE":3,"_apollo:default":120,"_apollo:identified":121},{"seo":4,"posts":15},{"social":5,"openGraph":11,"__typename":14},{"twitter":6,"__typename":10},{"cardType":7,"username":8,"__typename":9},"summary_large_image","dassault3ds","SEOSocialTwitter","SEOSocial",{"defaultImage":12,"__typename":13},null,"SEOOpenGraph","SEOConfig",{"nodes":16,"__typename":119},[17],{"id":18,"slug":19,"title":20,"uri":21,"excerpt":22,"locale":23,"featuredImage":26,"tableOfContents":34,"content":47,"date":48,"translations":49,"author":50,"tags":63,"globalTags":77,"brands":93,"keywords":104,"seo":107,"__typename":118},"cG9zdDozMDU1ODE=","engineering-workflows-evolve-simulia-virtual-companions-generative-experiences","Engineering Workflows Evolve in SIMULIA: R2026x FD03, Virtual Companions, and Generative Experiences","\u002Fbrands\u002Fsimulia\u002Fengineering-workflows-evolve-simulia-virtual-companions-generative-experiences","\u003Cp>Explore the latest 3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA R2026x FD03 enhancements, and discover Virtual Companions and Generative Experiences that support AI-assisted simulation workflows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n",{"locale":24,"__typename":25},"en_US","Locale",{"node":27,"__typename":33},{"large":28,"__typename":29,"medium_large":28,"thumbnail":30,"srcSet":31,"sizes":32},"https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffd0_blog_1-768x343.jpg","MediaItem","https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffd0_blog_1-150x150.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffd0_blog_1-300x134.jpg 300w, https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffd0_blog_1-1024x457.jpg 1024w, https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffd0_blog_1-768x343.jpg 768w, https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffd0_blog_1.jpg 1428w","(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px","NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge",[35,36,37,38,39,40,41,42,43,44,45,46],"The Evolution of Simulation Workflows|the-evolution-of-simulation-workflows-0","Virtual Companions Support Simulation Workflows|virtual-companions-support-simulation-workflows-1","LEO Brings Natural Language Interaction to Simulation|leo-brings-natural-language-interaction-to-simulation-2","Generative Experiences Extend Physics-Based Engineering|generative-experiences-extend-physics-based-engineering-3","What's New in 3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA R2026x|whats-new-in-3dexperience-simulia-r2026x-4","What’s New in Structures in 3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA R2026x FD03?|whats-new-in-structures-in-3dexperience-simulia-r2026x-fd03-5","What’s New in Fluids in 3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA R2026x FD03?|whats-new-in-fluids-in-3dexperience-simulia-r2026x-fd03-6","What’s New in Motion in 3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA R2026x FD03?|whats-new-in-motion-in-3dexperience-simulia-r2026x-fd03-7","What’s New in Automation in 3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA R2026x FD03?|whats-new-in-automation-in-3dexperience-simulia-r2026x-fd03-8","What’s New in Simulation Workflows in 3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA R2026x FD03?|whats-new-in-simulation-workflows-in-3dexperience-simulia-r2026x-fd03-9","Conclusion|conclusion-10","Read More|read-more-11","\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-evolution-of-simulation-workflows-0\">\u003Cstrong>The Evolution of Simulation Workflows\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>What if understanding a simulation no longer depended on sifting through layers of models and results, but on simply asking the right question?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Virtual Companions\u003C\u002Fstrong> and \u003Cstrong>Generative Experiences\u003C\u002Fstrong> introduce new ways to interact with simulation and engineering knowledge on the \u003Cstrong>3D\u003C\u002Fstrong>EXPERIENCE platform. Together with the latest simulation technologies introduced in \u003Cstrong>3D\u003C\u002Fstrong>EXPERIENCE SIMULIA R2026x FD03, they reflect the continued evolution of engineering workflows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>In the sections that follow, we explore both the platform capabilities that extend how engineers work with simulation and the latest R2026x FD03 innovations across the SIMULIA portfolio.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"virtual-companions-support-simulation-workflows-1\">\u003Cstrong>Virtual Companions Support Simulation Workflows\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Simulation workflows often require users to configure analyses, validate models, manage simulation data, and interpret results across increasingly complex products.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Virtual Companions are the AI-powered virtual workforce of the \u003Cstrong>3D\u003C\u002Fstrong>EXPERIENCE platform. Each Virtual Companion has a specific \u003Cstrong>mission\u003C\u002Fstrong>, accomplished through \u003Cstrong>Competencies\u003C\u002Fstrong>, and a \u003Cstrong>distinct personality\u003C\u002Fstrong>. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Competencies represent the ability, to perform a particular job or purpose. A Competency covers an entire domain of expertise, relying on more granular skills. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For simulation workflows, \u003Cstrong>LEO\u003C\u002Fstrong> assists users by helping them explore project information, validate simulation scenarios, visualize models, and examine simulation results through natural language prompts. By combining enterprise knowledge with engineering context, Virtual Companions simplify access to relevant information while reducing the effort required to perform routine tasks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"leo-brings-natural-language-interaction-to-simulation-2\">\u003Cstrong>LEO Brings Natural Language Interaction to Simulation\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ds-video\">\u003Ca data-3ds-videoplayer=\"modal\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Fedrive_leo_pse_v5-names-removed-1-1-1-1-1-1.mp4\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cspan class=\"ImageCover Border Block\" style=\"background-image: url(\u002Fassets\u002Fimg\u002F3ds-default.jpg); width:100%; height: 100%;\">\u003Cspan class=\"Btn--circle isCenter\">\u003Ci class=\"Icon Icon--playBig\">\u003C\u002Fi>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cimg decoding=\"async\" src=\"\u002Fassets\u002Fimg\u002F3ds-default.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:100%;\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Among the three Virtual Companions currently available on the \u003Cstrong>3D\u003C\u002Fstrong>EXPERIENCE platform, \u003Cstrong>LEO\u003C\u002Fstrong> is the \u003Cstrong>engineer\u003C\u002Fstrong>, designed to support engineering activities through natural language interaction. For SIMULIA users, LEO helps set up simulations using your company’s best practices and knowledge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>LEO supports simulation workflows by helping users:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Generate design performance insights\u003C\u002Fstrong> and physics KPIs through natural-language interaction.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Set up, run and analyze simulation results\u003C\u002Fstrong> with confidence, regardless of prior simulation experience.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Summarize project objectives\u003C\u002Fstrong>, model components and simulation-specific data on request.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Control visualization\u003C\u002Fstrong> with a simple prompt—no manual menu navigation.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Explore and process results\u003C\u002Fstrong> automatically with a single typed request.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Automate simulation setup\u003C\u002Fstrong> and analysis for real industry test cases, saving considerable time.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fr1132100503382-eu1-3dswym.3dexperience.3ds.com\u002Fcommunity\u002Fswym:prd:R1132100503382:community:39?content=swym:prd:R1132100503382:wikitree:TOQIdX4qRNufakAMi8fSJw\">\u003Cstrong>Explore LEO and the Virtual Companion Competencies\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa> to learn more about Design Performance Analysis and AI-assisted simulation workflows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"generative-experiences-extend-physics-based-engineering-3\">\u003Cstrong>Generative Experiences Extend Physics-Based Engineering\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ds-video\">\u003Ca data-3ds-videoplayer=\"modal\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Fbootle1-1-1-1.mp4\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cspan class=\"ImageCover Border Block\" style=\"background-image: url(\u002Fassets\u002Fimg\u002F3ds-default.jpg); width:100%; height: 100%;\">\u003Cspan class=\"Btn--circle isCenter\">\u003Ci class=\"Icon Icon--playBig\">\u003C\u002Fi>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cimg decoding=\"async\" src=\"\u002Fassets\u002Fimg\u002F3ds-default.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:100%;\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Alongside Virtual Companions, \u003Cstrong>SIMULIA Generative Experiences\u003C\u002Fstrong> combine validated, world-class physics solvers with AI – seamlessly embedded within enterprise design environments, not bolted on as a separate tool. They support the \u003Cstrong>creation\u003C\u002Fstrong> and \u003Cstrong>enrichment of Virtual Twins\u003C\u002Fstrong> while helping automate industrial processes and improve operational efficiency.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Trained on validated physics together with real and synthetic data, these capabilities enable organizations to reuse engineering knowledge, explore broader design spaces, and integrate AI into simulation workflows while maintaining simulation-grade fidelity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For a comprehensive overview of the available Virtual Companion Competencies, Generative Experiences, and engineering scenarios, explore the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fr1132100503382-eu1-3dswym.3dexperience.3ds.com\u002Fcommunity\u002Fswym:prd:R1132100503382:community:39?content=swym:prd:R1132100503382:wikitree:TOQIdX4qRNufakAMi8fSJw\">\u003Cstrong>What’s New | Generative Experiences & Virtual Companions\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa> page.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"whats-new-in-3dexperience-simulia-r2026x-4\">\u003Cstrong>What’s New in 3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA R2026x\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The \u003Cstrong>3D\u003C\u002Fstrong>EXPERIENCE SIMULIA R2026x release continues to expand simulation capabilities across the portfolio, helping engineers accelerate performance evaluation and make informed engineering decisions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The following highlights showcase selected R2026x FD03 innovations across the SIMULIA portfolio, demonstrating how the latest capabilities strengthen engineering workflows across multiple simulation disciplines.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The article also explores Virtual Companions and Generative Experiences, AI-driven capabilities on the \u003Cstrong>3D\u003C\u002Fstrong>EXPERIENCE platform that complement engineering workflows through natural language interaction, enterprise knowledge, and validated physics.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For a complete overview of the latest enhancements across the SIMULIA portfolio, explore the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.3ds.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fsimulia\u002F3dexperience-simulia\u002Flatest-release\">\u003Cem>What’s New in the \u003Cstrong>3D\u003C\u002Fstrong>EXPERIENCE SIMULIA Latest Release\u003C\u002Fem>\u003C\u002Fa> page.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-s-new-in-simulia-roles-in-r2026x-fd03\">\u003Cstrong>What’s New in SIMULIA Roles in R2026x FD03\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>R2026x FD03 introduces new roles that help organizations expand simulation adoption, improve engineering productivity, and accelerate simulation-driven engineering.\u003C\u002Fstrong> \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Virtual Twin Physics Behavior Creator\u003C\u002Fstrong> helps accelerate innovation by enabling users to train Virtual Twin Behavior Models with machine learning based on high-fidelity physics data, delivering trustworthy, simulation-driven predictions at scale. \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"606\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffd0_blog_3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-305781\" style=\"width:606px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffd0_blog_3.jpg 606w, https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffd0_blog_3-300x165.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 606px) 100vw, 606px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The new \u003Cstrong>Simulation Process Experience Engineer\u003C\u002Fstrong> role improves engineering productivity and expands simulation adoption by enabling users to execute approved engineering methodologies through intuitive, guided experiences that ensure consistency and reduce complexity. By providing approved engineering methods through reusable templates, the role represents a further step toward the democratization of simulation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"468\" height=\"263\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffd0_blog_4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-305782\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffd0_blog_4.png 468w, https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffd0_blog_4-300x169.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 468px) 100vw, 468px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"whats-new-in-structures-in-3dexperience-simulia-r2026x-fd03-5\">\u003Cstrong>What’s New in Structures in 3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA R2026x FD03?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ds-video\">\u003Ca data-3ds-videoplayer=\"modal\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Fstructures-fd03_compressed.mp4\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cspan class=\"ImageCover Border Block\" style=\"background-image: url(\u002Fassets\u002Fimg\u002F3ds-default.jpg); width:100%; height: 100%;\">\u003Cspan class=\"Btn--circle isCenter\">\u003Ci class=\"Icon Icon--playBig\">\u003C\u002Fi>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cimg decoding=\"async\" src=\"\u002Fassets\u002Fimg\u002F3ds-default.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:100%;\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>R2026x FD03 introduces \u003Cstrong>user experience\u003C\u002Fstrong> and \u003Cstrong>functionality enhancements\u003C\u002Fstrong> for the Structural Engineer (SLL), Durability and Mechanics Engineer (FGM), Structural Analysis Engineer (SYE), and Structural Performance Engineer (SFO) roles, \u003Cstrong>improving structural simulation setup, analysis, and post-processing\u003C\u002Fstrong>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-user-experience-enhancements\">\u003Cstrong>User Experience Enhancements\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For \u003Cstrong>SLL, FGM, SYE,\u003C\u002Fstrong> and \u003Cstrong>SFO\u003C\u002Fstrong>, the release enables \u003Cstrong>Unconstrained Mode Detection\u003C\u002Fstrong> by default for faster analysis troubleshooting, supports interactive monitoring, querying, and creation of simulation results during solution progress, improves load set and load case creation, and adds hotspot annotations for local minimum and maximum detection. \u003Cstrong>SLL\u003C\u002Fstrong> and \u003Cstrong>FGM\u003C\u002Fstrong> users can also name and comment results and resume incomplete multistep analyses from any saved increment or step.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-functionality-enhancements\">\u003Cstrong>Functionality Enhancements\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For SLL, FGM, SYE, and SFO, R2026x FD03 \u003Cstrong>introduces Advanced Lanczos and Subspace iteration solvers\u003C\u002Fstrong> for reliable frequency response analysis. SLL and FGM users also benefit from \u003Cstrong>GPU compute technology\u003C\u002Fstrong>, encrypted material file support, composite solid element results visualization, and relative stress gradient correction for more accurate fatigue life predictions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"whats-new-in-fluids-in-3dexperience-simulia-r2026x-fd03-6\">\u003Cstrong>What’s New in Fluids in 3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA R2026x FD03?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ds-video\">\u003Ca data-3ds-videoplayer=\"modal\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffluids-fd03-compresed.mp4\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cspan class=\"ImageCover Border Block\" style=\"background-image: url(\u002Fassets\u002Fimg\u002F3ds-default.jpg); width:100%; height: 100%;\">\u003Cspan class=\"Btn--circle isCenter\">\u003Ci class=\"Icon Icon--playBig\">\u003C\u002Fi>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cimg decoding=\"async\" src=\"\u002Fassets\u002Fimg\u002F3ds-default.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:100%;\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>R2026x FD03 introduces user experience and functionality enhancements for the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.3ds.com\u002Fproducts\u002Fsimulia\u002F3dexperience-simulia\u002Ffluid-dynamics-engineer\">Fluid Dynamics Engineer\u003C\u002Fa>, All Physics Analyst – PowerFLOW PowerBY, and Plastic Injection Engineer roles, streamlining simulation setup, \u003Cstrong>improving post-processing, and expanding compute and meshing capabilities\u003C\u002Fstrong>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-user-experience-enhancements-0\">\u003Cstrong>User Experience Enhancements\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For the Fluid Dynamics Engineer role, the release streamlines Simulation Volume and Physics Domain setup, simplifies scenario creation, and improves post-processing with faster variable filtering and quicker access to force, moment, skin friction, and fluid traction metrics. The All Physics Analyst – PowerFLOW PowerBY role also benefits from improved upload performance in the Simulation Manager Content tab for faster file uploads.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-functionality-enhancements-0\">\u003Cstrong>Functionality Enhancements\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For the Fluid Dynamics Engineer role, \u003Cstrong>multiphase flow seeding\u003C\u002Fstrong> enables users to start from a previous simulation to reduce runtime for transient multiphase analyses. For the Plastic Injection Engineer role, the release introduces \u003Cstrong>additional compute capacity\u003C\u002Fstrong>, allowing simulations to run on 8 to 32 CPU cores per job using tokens and credits while supporting multiple simulations in parallel. Local CVM mesh controls also enable targeted refinement of faces, edges, and vertices for improved accuracy in critical regions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"whats-new-in-motion-in-3dexperience-simulia-r2026x-fd03-7\">\u003Cstrong>What’s New in Motion in 3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA R2026x FD03?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\u003Cdiv class=\"ds-video\">\u003Ca data-3ds-videoplayer=\"modal\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Fmotion-fd03-compresed.mp4\" target=\"_blank\">\u003Cspan class=\"ImageCover Border Block\" style=\"background-image: url(\u002Fassets\u002Fimg\u002F3ds-default.jpg); width:100%; height: 100%;\">\u003Cspan class=\"Btn--circle isCenter\">\u003Ci class=\"Icon Icon--playBig\">\u003C\u002Fi>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cimg decoding=\"async\" src=\"\u002Fassets\u002Fimg\u002F3ds-default.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:100%;\">\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>R2026x FD03 introduces user experience and functionality enhancements for the 3D Motion Creator, Motion Engineer, Motion Analyst, and Suspension Analyst roles, simplifying motion model setup \u003Cstrong>while improving visualization, collaboration, and result interpretation\u003C\u002Fstrong>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-user-experience-enhancements-1\">\u003Cstrong>User Experience Enhancements\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For the \u003Cstrong>3D Motion Creator, Motion Engineer, Motion Analyst,\u003C\u002Fstrong> and \u003Cstrong>Suspension Analyst\u003C\u002Fstrong> roles, the release enables users to \u003Cstrong>select Sub-mechanisms from deeper levels in the Product Structure hierarchy\u003C\u002Fstrong>, simplifying the setup of complex motion models. For the \u003Cstrong>Motion Engineer, Motion Analyst,\u003C\u002Fstrong> and \u003Cstrong>Suspension Analyst\u003C\u002Fstrong> roles, improved glyphs and axis labels make \u003Cstrong>Motion Markers\u003C\u002Fstrong> easier to identify and select in 3D.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-functionality-enhancements-1\">\u003Cstrong>Functionality Enhancements\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For the \u003Cstrong>Motion Engineer, Motion Analyst,\u003C\u002Fstrong> and \u003Cstrong>Suspension Analyst\u003C\u002Fstrong> roles, the release enables users to \u003Cstrong>save critical assembly positions as DMU slides\u003C\u002Fstrong> to share motion results with designers, use the \u003Cstrong>3DEXPERIENCE Compass Play\u003C\u002Fstrong> button to quickly review Motion model content and behavior, and inspect geometric relations between two vectors using \u003Cstrong>Motion Probe\u003C\u002Fstrong> to better understand 3D Motion model state and results. For the \u003Cstrong>Motion Analyst\u003C\u002Fstrong> role, \u003Cstrong>flexible body stress and strain visualization\u003C\u002Fstrong> enables stress and strain data from dynamic loads to be viewed directly within the Motion App animation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"whats-new-in-automation-in-3dexperience-simulia-r2026x-fd03-8\">\u003Cstrong>What’s New in Automation in 3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA R2026x FD03?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"468\" height=\"263\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffd0_blog_4-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-305785\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffd0_blog_4-1.png 468w, https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffd0_blog_4-1-300x169.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 468px) 100vw, 468px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>R2026x FD03 introduces \u003Cstrong>user experience\u003C\u002Fstrong> and \u003Cstrong>functionality enhancements\u003C\u002Fstrong> for the Simulation Process Experience Engineer (PXS) and Simulation Process Engineer roles, helping \u003Cstrong>streamline simulation process execution\u003C\u002Fstrong>, improve process automation, and enhance simulation data management.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-user-experience-enhancements-2\">\u003Cstrong>User Experience Enhancements\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For the \u003Cstrong>Simulation Process Experience Engineer (PXS)\u003C\u002Fstrong> role, the release enables users to run and monitor trusted automated simulation workflows to improve engineering productivity and expand simulation adoption. For the \u003Cstrong>Simulation Process Engineer\u003C\u002Fstrong> role, enhancements include exporting \u003Cstrong>XY history data\u003C\u002Fstrong> for greater post-processing capability, simplified \u003Cstrong>Python adapter\u003C\u002Fstrong> configuration with the ability to create a document directly, ready-to-run activity status for democratized MODSIM scenarios, protected read-only references, and improved visibility of array parameters within the monitoring tab.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-functionality-enhancements-2\">\u003Cstrong>Functionality Enhancements\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For the \u003Cstrong>Simulation Process Engineer\u003C\u002Fstrong> role, R2026x FD03 introduces \u003Cstrong>resizable array handling\u003C\u002Fstrong> for greater control of array parameter population, \u003Cstrong>traceable process reuse\u003C\u002Fstrong> to reuse standard processes with full traceability of inputs, outputs, and related artifacts, and \u003Cstrong>automated image access\u003C\u002Fstrong> to retrieve simulation result images through automated processes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"whats-new-in-simulation-workflows-in-3dexperience-simulia-r2026x-fd03-9\">\u003Cstrong>What’s New in Simulation Workflows in 3DEXPERIENCE SIMULIA R2026x FD03?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"468\" height=\"267\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffd0_blog_5.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-305786\" srcset=\"https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffd0_blog_5.png 468w, https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2026\u002F08\u002Ffd0_blog_5-300x171.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 468px) 100vw, 468px\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>R2026x FD03 introduces user experience and functionality enhancements that \u003Cstrong>improve simulation object management\u003C\u002Fstrong>, results exploration, and simulation content visualization across the \u003Cstrong>3D\u003C\u002Fstrong>EXPERIENCE platform.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-user-experience-enhancements-3\">\u003Cstrong>User Experience Enhancements\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The release enhances \u003Cstrong>Isolation and Synchronization\u003C\u002Fstrong> by enabling users to \u003Cstrong>branch simulation objects, including Physical Products\u003C\u002Fstrong>, using the broad renaming capabilities of the standard \u003Cstrong>Advanced Branch\u003C\u002Fstrong> command. It also expands \u003Cstrong>Results Exploration\u003C\u002Fstrong> by allowing users to monitor, query, and create simulation results interactively during solution progress across local and cloud simulations, detect local minimum and maximum values to identify peaks or valleys, and visualize \u003Cstrong>composite solid element results\u003C\u002Fstrong> to assess composite structural performance for \u003Cstrong>All Structures roles\u003C\u002Fstrong> and the \u003Cstrong>Physics Results Explorer\u003C\u002Fstrong> role.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-functionality-enhancements-3\">\u003Cstrong>Functionality Enhancements\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>R2026x FD03 improves \u003Cstrong>Experience Content Visualization\u003C\u002Fstrong> with enhanced vector plot representations and controlled symbol density, providing improved clarity and greater consistency between the \u003Cstrong>Physics Results Explorer\u003C\u002Fstrong> and \u003Cstrong>SIMULIA Physics Simulation Review\u003C\u002Fstrong> roles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion-10\">\u003Cstrong>Conclusion\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>From new roles and discipline-specific enhancements in R2026x FD03 to AI-driven capabilities such as Virtual Companions and Generative Experiences, the \u003Cstrong>3D\u003C\u002Fstrong>EXPERIENCE platform continues to evolve the way engineers develop, evaluate, and improve products. Together, these innovations help simplify engineering workflows, improve access to simulation knowledge, and support more informed engineering decisions across the product development process.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Explore all SIMULIA Roles,\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.3ds.com\u002F3dexperience-platform\u002Froles?woc=%7B%22brand%22%3A%5B%22brand%2Fsimulia%22%5D%7D\"> here.\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"read-more-11\">\u003Cstrong>Read More\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>Read more on the\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fblog.3ds.com\u002Fbrands\u002Fcatia\u002Findustrial-ai-catia-product-development\u002F\"> CATIA blog\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.3ds.com\u002Fproducts-services\u002Fsimulia\u002Fcommunities\u002Fsimulia-community\u002F?_gl=1*16i1ylu*_gcl_au*ODkzODQ0ODQwLjE3ODIxMzA3NDQ.*_ga*MjA2ODMxMDQwNS4xNzc0Mjc0NzY3*_ga_DYJDKXYEZ4*czE3ODIxNTUxNjgkbzExOSRnMSR0MTc4MjE1ODk3NiRqNTQkbDAkaDA.*_ga_TPGKGE8GTG*czE3ODIxNTUxNjgkbzExNyRnMSR0MTc4MjE1ODk3NiRqNTQkbDAkaDA.#_ga=2.128142988.12672350.1703092955-1167175549.1701808524\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u003Cimg decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fblog-assets.3ds.com\u002Fuploads\u002F2023\u002F03\u002Fsimulia-communities-email-signature.jpg\" alt=\"\"\u002F>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cbr>\u003Cem>Interested in the latest in simulation? 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