Embedded software for aircraft, embedded code development and simulation support

ANSYS announced that it has developed embedded software and simulations for the Embraer E190-E2 aircraft, Brazil's largest airline, and has developed embedded code to control the basic flight control system.

The Embraer E190-E2 aircraft, equipped with ANSYS software, is the world's most efficient single-aisle aircraft, with 17.3 percent higher fuel efficiency than the current flagship generation E190. It is also the most environmentally friendly aircraft, with the lowest outside noise and exhaust gas levels in its class and the longest maintenance interval of any single-aisle aircraft.

With this, the Embraer E190-E2 aircraft has become the only aircraft to have received regular certification from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Brazilian Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC: Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil) at the same time.

“Our trusted and collaborative relationship with ANSYS has enabled us to develop faster and more accurate software,” said Pedro Nunes, Embraer E190-E2 flight control software team leader. “ANSYS has been a key part of our aircraft software production tool chain for many years, and we have successfully completed several projects together.”

“Ambraer has always been at the forefront of cutting-edge aircraft, consistently delivering next-generation aircraft that exceed performance and fuel efficiency expectations,” said Eric Bantegnie, vice president and general manager, systems business unit at ANSYS. “ANSYS software will make the certification process easier for Ambraer’s E190-E2 aircraft, helping it get into commercial service more quickly.” Bantegnie added, “ANSYS’ systems solutions will continue to develop and support customers across industries, from aviation to automotive, to help them achieve certification faster, saving time and money.”