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 To meet the simulation needs of the transportation industry, the Vehicle Systems Analysis Team developed ADVISOR (Advanced Vehicle Simulator) in 1994 with the help of industry partners. It was made available free of charge on the Web from 1998 to 2003. During this time it was downloaded by more than 7,000 individuals, corporations, and universities worldwide.
ADVISOR can be used to simulate and analyze conventional, advanced, light, and heavy vehicles, including hybrid electric and fuel cell vehicles. It tests the effect of changes in vehicle components (such as motors, batteries, catalytic converters, climate control systems, and alternative fuels) and other modifications that might affect fuel economy, performance, or emissions. The benefits of ADVISOR:
- Reduces testing time to evaluate various vehicle powertrain alternatives
- Provides a shared simulation tool for government and industry
- Assists the transportation industry in developing fuel-efficient vehicles and components
In 2003 NREL transferred a license to commercialize ADVISOR to AVL Powertrain Engineering, Inc. AVL obtains rights to manufacture, market, and sell commercial versions of ADVISOR 2003.
NREL retains a royalty-free license to future versions of ADVISOR for use on government projects. A cooperative research and development agreement between NREL and AVL provides for future collaboration to develop integrated vehicle simulation tools for DOE and the private sector.
AVL provides a highly visible commercial outlet for NREL's vehicle simulation tools, leading to enhanced use of ADVISOR by automakers and suppliers. AVL will market and sell ADVISOR worldwide through its affiliates and will provide technical support for its global user base.
For more information about NREL's development of this simulation tool, see our publications on ADVISOR.
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