
In 1993, early versions of Dynomation™ became
widely recognized by professional engine builders and racers as the world's
leading engine simulation software. After nearly 20 years of successful
application, continued testing and improvement, and millions of dollars of
further development on the part of three companies (VP Engineering, Motion
Software, Inc., and ProRacing Sim, LLC.) Dynomation Advanced™
is now available to all engine professionals and serious enthusiasts.
Software Overview:
Setting new standards in
simulation technology, Dynomation allows users to “look inside” a
running engine! Dynomation lets you see and analyze the powerful wave
dynamics controlling induction and exhaust flow. For the first time, anyone
can explore the effects of runner lengths, port taper angles, header tubing
and collector dimensions, cam timing interactions, and much more. No other
device or computer program does a better job of helping you understand
internal mass flow. Dynomation displays precisely how pressures and flow
velocities vary at the valve/chamber interface. View induction and exhaust
pressure pluses and mass flow data to gain unprecedented insight into why
specific changes alter power and torque.
And
Dynomation applies this tremendous
modeling
capability to a virtually unlimited range of engines, from humble
single-cylinder engines to exotic V-12 racing powerplants. Design, build,
and test a 1600hp ProStock engines, passenger-car daily drivers, exotic
Sport-Compact Variable-Valve-Timing racers, or motorcycle engines (even
those with megaphone exhaust systems)! With nearly one thousand built in
shortblock configurations, a wide variety of domestic and import induction
systems, hundreds of forced-induction choices, and much more, Dynomation
will become your most valuable development tool.
User Interface And Features:
Despite the
awesome modeling power in Dynomation, this simulation package was
carefully designed to be easy and intuitive to use, even for beginners
exploring engine dynamics for the first time! Are we exaggerating?
Not at all. Supplied with an easy-to-read 300 page Users Manual, any user
can learn how finite-amplitude waves (over 10,000 times "louder" than the
typical sound waves we hear every day) move, change, and flow within the
engine. By simply "playing" with Dynomation, you can easily see
charge reversion, in-tune and out-of-tune conditions in
the intake and exhaust passages, how cam timing affects mass flow and
much more. Because Dynomation has been so carefully crafted to be
easy to use, it is the best educational tool on engine pressure-wave
dynamics available anywhere, hands down! And this fact is no better
exemplified by the 3D realtime-rendered, cutaway engine available within
Dynomation.
Dynomation
includes a 3D cutaway engine with piston motion and gas-dynamic flow
rendered in real-time and synchronized with the wave-dynamics,
crank-angle results graphs. Simply, drag the graph pointer and watch the
engine move through its cycles, visualizing mass flow, exhaust and intake
pressure waves, flow velocities, and more throughout the entire 4-cycle
process! With the 3D engine, Dynomation helps you see WHY an engine
makes more power or, perhaps even more importantly, uncover and fix the
reasons for poor performance.
Technical Overview:
Everything about this new
simulation is groundbreaking.
Dynomation incorporates two distinct engine simulation models: 1) A
Filling-And-Emptying simulation that provides extremely fast
mathematical solutions to engine physics, including flow analysis and common
intake- and exhaust-manifold modeling, making this technique a uniquely
powerful and rapid way to "ballpark"
engine design with very good accuracy, and 2) A full Wave-Dynamics
Method-Of-Characteristics simulation that
accurately predicts the complex pressure-wave dynamics and particle flow in
intake and exhaust ducting. The Wave-Action model picks up where the
Filling-And-Emptying method leaves off and "homes in" on the best
port sizes, shapes, runner lengths, header-tubing sizes, cam timing and
valve motion, and much more, providing unprecedented accuracy for the
serious engine designer and builder.
By
integrating these simulation technologies using a carefully-crafted
Direct-Click™ user interface, engine data is seamlessly shared by both
simulation models. Power, torque, engine pressures and more can be displayed
independently, in comparison views, or in a HybridSim™ (a
ProTools™ feature), where simulation results from both methods are
intelligently combined, building on the strengths of each modeling
technology.
The complete Dynomation package includes a great deal
more than this. You’ll also find hundreds of other features that have become
ProRacing Sim’s trademarks, including: 1) rapid Iterative™ testing,
2) comprehensive CamManager™ camshaft, cylinder-head-flow and
engine-file import, 3) several built-in calculators for compression ratio,
airflow conversion, and cam-timing math, 4) multiple-engine analysis,
side-by-side, and One-Click QuickComparisons™, 5) professional
multi-page dyno-test reports, and much more. This is the most accurate,
capable, and extensive engine simulation software package ever offered to
the professional or engine enthusiast.
ProTools™ Features:
If you are a serious enthusiast, racer, or professional
engine builder, you will find the additional tools and features supplied in
ProTools™ Kit a valuable addition to the Advanced Mode
of Dynomation. Here is a quick overview of key ProTools™ Kit
contents (view the
Engine Simulation Feature Table for a
comprehensive overview of program features):
ProIterator™—A
powerful feature of the ProTools™ Kit. The ProIterator™
retains all the simplicity and ease-of-use of the Quick Iterator™
(supplied in the Advanced Mode), while adding powerful testing and
analysis capability, including custom ranges, Induction-system Iteration,
analysis of areas under the power and torque curves, and much more.
DataZones™—Extends
the graphic-display and data-analysis capabilities of Dynomation. Using
this feature, you can add additional data to graphs and/or show ranges for
target power values, clearly label dangerously high pressures, engine
speeds, and more. To view DataZones™ displays, see page 203.
Additional Simulation Data And Analysis—ProTools™
adds additional simulated pressures, forces, and other data to the graphs
and tables in Dynomation. The additional data includes: Indicated
Horsepower, Frictional Horsepower, Pumping Horsepower, Mechanical
Efficiency, Gas Force On Piston, Induction Airflow, and Piston
Speed. In addition, port-flow mass analysis data is provided and can
be graphed or viewed on the 3D engine cutaway. Pressure waves are visible
in the ports of the 3D engine and are keyed to the Crank-Angle graph
reticules.
Import FlowPro,
CamProPlus, S96, CamDoctor Files—ProTools™
adds the capability to import FlowPro flow bench files and a number of cam
Profile files. A comprehensive import dialog allows you to set the lift
for duration calculations, centerlines, etc.
ProPrinting™—Turns
simulation results into a comprehensive "presentation" report of dyno-test
data. ProPrinting™ features include custom graphics, a cover
page with the name and address of your business (or your personal name and
address) and logo, a table of contents, optional text printed at the
bottom of each page (can be a disclaimer, copyright notice or any other
text you wish), optional comprehensive or "mini" glossaries, and a
complete listing of all test data and results at each rpm test point,
including additional engine-data values, pressures, forces, and more not
included in a Advanced Version.
Users Manual:
Dynomation is supplied with a
300-page,
full-color, on-disk Users Manual (directly accessible from within the
Dynomation)
and printed QuickStart guide
that details
the features of this comprehensive engine simulation. If you wish, you can
download a copy of the main Users Manuall to review the capabilities of this
software before you buy! Jump to our
Support Page
to download the Dynomation manual (and, if necessary, Adobe Reader).
What’s New For
Previous DOS Users:
If you have used the earlier, DOS version of Dynomation
(originally developed by Curtis Leaverton at V.P. Engineering) you will find
the ProRacing Sim Dynomation Adavnced release to be a very
substantial upgrade (even more so with the addition of the ProTools
Kit; see description, above). Many aspects of this program have been
rebuilt from the ground up, including the user interface, results displays,
sophisticated Forced-Induction modeling, plus the incorporation of a
super-fast Filling-And-Emptying simulation that can rapidly
"ball-park" engine designs. In addition, you find an enormous speed increase
in Wave-Action analysis!
The display and analysis of pressure waves in the intake and exhaust ports
also has been greatly improved. Simply click on the power/torque graph to
select any rpm point, and you will instantly see the status of pressure
waves and mass flow. Drag the reticule line on the power/torque graph, this
will dynamically display the pressure waves as engine speed changes. This
capability provides an unprecedented view of pressure and particle flow
within a "running" engine.
Another new addition to Dynomation Advanced is a powerful, but
easy-to-use Iterative Testing™ feature for the
Filling-And-Emptying model. An exclusive feature of ProRacing Sim
simulations, Iterative Testing allows you to automatically perform
thousands of dyno tests, keep track of all the results, and locate the best
component combination that matches your search criterion. This is a great
way to locate nearly optimum cam timing that can be fine-tuned in the
Wave-Action model!
In addition to these major enhancements, you will find hundreds of other
improvements, including additional menu selections, more airflow and
camfiles, a substantially expanded users manual, and an optional
ProTools™ Kit™, and much more!
Availability:
Dynomation is available NOW!
See our
Order Form,
for purchase information and Web pricing.
- What Dynomation Can Do:
(View the
Engine
Simulation Feature Table for a comprehensive overview of
all program features)
- Determine Horsepower And Torque With High
Accuracy
- Analyze Pressure Waves And Their Affect On
Power
- Display Intake And Exhaust Pressures And
Flow Velocities
- Display Cylinder Pressures Throughout
4-Cycle Process
- Build And Test
Virtually Any 4-Cycle Engine!
- Find The Best Parts And
Specs For
Any Application
- Easy Component
Selections, Just Point And Click
- CamManager™ Shows Cam Timing
Lobe Acceleration
- Exclusive Iterator
Testing™ Adds Incredible Power
- Test Alternate Fuels
And Nitrous-Oxide Injection
- Auto-Scaling Power,
Torque, Pressure Curves
- Display And Print
Components And Color Graphs
- Test
Carburetors/Injection, Stock & Racing Manifolds
- View And Print Engine
Pressures, Efficiencies
- Model And Compare
Multiple Engines
- Use Built-In
Calculators (Cam, Induction Flow, Compression, Airflow)
- Optional ProTools™ Kit Adds Professional
Features
- Instantly Switch
Between US & Metric Units
Tune These Key Engine Components:
- Select Simulation Model And Testing
Characteristics
- Bore, Stroke, Pin Offset,
Rod Length, Rod Ratio
- Number Of Cylinders
- Wedge, Canted, Hemi,
Pentroof, 2- And 4-Valve Heads
- Intake And Exhaust
Valve Sizes And Flowbench Test Sizes
- 1, 2, Or 3 Valves Per
Port
- Accurate Flow-Bench Data
Modeling
- Enter Flow Data To Model Any
Cylinderhead
- Valve Lift And
Automatically Calculate Valve Lift
- Compression Ratio From
6:1 to18:1, Use Convenient C/R Calculator
- Intake Manifold And
Exhaust System Modeling
- Up To 7000cfm
Peak Induction Flow
- Any Carburetor
(multiple or single) or Fuel Injection
- Intake/Exhaust Port
Design And Modifications
- Intake Runner Length And Taper Angle
Analysis
- Turbo And Supercharger
Pressures, A/R Ratios, Turbine Sizes
- Roots, Centrifugal Belt Ratios,
Intercooler Efficiency
- Various Fuels,
Including Gasoline, Methanol, Propane, More
- Model Air/Fuel Ratio Changes Throughout
Engine Test
- Nitrous-Oxide With
Gasoline And Methanol
- Standard Headers, Megaphone Systems
- Model Mufflers, Catalytic Converter
Backpressure
- Exhaust Minimum Port Area Modeling
- Exhaust Header Tubing Size And Length
- Straight or Stepped Headers
- Collector Size, Length, And Taper
- Model Standard And Variable Valve Timing
Systems (VTEC)
- Overhead Cam, Pushrod, Rocker, Any Ratios
- Modify All Valve-Event Timing
Specifications
-
Lobe Acceleration Analysis And
Modeling
- Change Lobe Centerlines
And Durations
- Use Cam Profile or 10-Point Timing Methods
- Search 4000+ CamFiles In Seconds; Find
Compatible Profiles!
- And Much More! Our Most Powerful And
Accurate Simulation!
What The Pros Say About The
Filling And Emptying and Wave-Dynamics Capabilities In
Dynomation:
- Dynomation is the
only engine simulation program that helps the individual understand the
gas-exchange process. Warren Johnson, Engine
designer, builder, ProStock Champion.
- We picked up a tenth
and ten mph from changes we found in Dynomation.
Jim McClure,
Top-Fuel racer, record holder. First naturally aspirated 200-mph
Harley-Davidson.
- The most revealing and
though provoking engine simulation that I have ever used!
George Bryce,
Three time world NHRA ProStock Motorcycle champion.
- The best of
its kind on the market! Easy to use and it produces accurate results.
David
Vizard, professional race car driver and engine builder, member
of SAE, author of countless magazine articles and almost 100 books on
automotive performance.
- Remarkably accurate!
John Baechtel,
former Editor of Hot Rod and Car Craft Magazines, member of exclusive
200mph Bonneville Club, member SAE, computer graphics whiz, and current
owner of Westech Performance dyno testing facility.
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Dynomation Is
Available Now!
What Makes Dynomation Unique:
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Dynomation is a highly-refined engine simulation that considerably
reduces the cost and time of engine development and testing.
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Fully analyzes induction runner lengths, taper angles, port areas, and
cylidnerhead flow variations.
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Investigates exhaust system primary and collector lengths and tubing
diameters of both straight and stepped configurations.
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Performs
exceptional analysis of camshaft lift, duration, centerline, and
lobe-separation angles. Loads and tests CamPro, CamProPlus, S96, and
CamDoctor cam profile files.
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Import DynoSim, SC-DynoSim engine and camfiles. Send Dynomation engine
files to DragSim and FastLapSim for track analysis.
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Dynomation is used
worldwide by engine builders, racers, and professional race teams.
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“Look Inside” a running engine. View and analyze intake and exhaust
flow! 3D Cutaway Engine shows mass flow, port velocities,
pressures—synchronized to the crank-angle data displayed in
Dynomation.
Feature Highlights:
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Bores & Strokes (As Small As 2.5-Inch Bore, 2-Inch Stroke;
1.5-Inch Stroke And 2-Inch Bore with optional
ProTools™ Kit).
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Improved Induction Models, Includes Domestic and Sport-Compact Intake Manifolds, 100+
Cylinder Head Flow Files.
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Improved Cylinderhead Flow Modeling, Supports 1, 2, or 3 Valves Per
Port.
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QuickIterator™ Fast One-Button Testing. Powerful,
ProIterator™ Included In
ProTools™ Kit (optional).
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CamManager™
Visually Displays Cam Timing, Models Lobe Acceleration, Improves
Accuracy. Imports CamPro, CamProPlus, S96, CamDoctor Cam Profile Files
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Supplied With Over 800 CamFiles. Add 6000+ More With
CamDisk7.
All CamFiles Load Automatically In
CamManager™!
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New
Custom Colors And Graphics, QuickAccess™ Buttons, More Engine Data,
300-Page Color Users Manual, And More!
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Accurately Simulate 1-to-12 Cylinder, 4-Cycle Engines
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Graphs
Horsepower, Torque, VE, Engine Pressures And Much More!
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Compare Up To Four Engines At Once; Pick The Best In Seconds!
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Test
Detroit Iron, Sport Compact Powerplants, Stock Or Custom Racing Engines
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Lobe-Acceleration Analysis, 10-Point and Profile Modeling!
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Test
Any Cylinderhead Design; Choose From Menus Or Directly Enter Custom
Flow-Bench Data
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Test
Turbos, Roots Blowers, Centrifugal Superchargers (100 Built-In Choices)!
Set Boost Pressure, Turbine Size, A/R Ratios, RPM, Belt Ratios And More!
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Evaluate Intercooling With Any Forced Induction System
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Combine Any Induction With Any Fuel, Including Nitrous-Oxide Injection
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Advanced
Windows Interface With Easy-To-Use, DirectClick™ Menus, And Enhanced
Graphics
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Graphs Fully Customizable; Display/Compare Any Engine Variable
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Simply Click On Any Component And Select From Extensive Menus Or Enter
Your Own Custom Specs
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Analyze Cylinder And Manifold Pressures, Frictional Losses, Perform
Comprehensive Technical Analysis
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Accurate, State-Of-The-Art, and Fun To Use; Dynomation Is The
Best Engine Simulation You Can Buy!
System Requirements:
- An Windows-compatible PC with a
CD-ROM drive.
- A fast system processor (2GHz or faster) will
improve processing speeds; especially helpful for Wave-Action and
Iterative testing. However, Dynomation will operate on any Windows
system, regardless of processor speed.
A USB Port for the Security
Key required to run Dynomation.
A minimum of 128MB of RAM
(random access memory) for Windows98/Me; 256MB for Windows2000/XP.
Windows98/Me or 2000/XP
(Windows95 is not supported).
A video system capable of at least
800 x 600 resolution. Recommend 1280 x 1024 or higher to optimize screen
display of engine components and performance analysis graphics.
- Mouse
- Windows-Compatible
Printer required for test reports
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