EXCLUSIVE INDUSTRY SYMPOSIUM, ELECTRONICS RELIABILITY – FAST AND ACCURATE

Electronics Reliability – Fast and Accurate

Exclusive Industry Symposium

October 22, 2026
darmstadtium, Darmstadt

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Virtual Validation and Model Exchange for Electronics, enhancing collaboration while maintaining IP along the Automotive Value Chain

This non-public symposium within the CADFEM World Conference 2026 brings together selected experts. Speakers from OEMs, Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, and leading research institutions will address one of the most pressing challenges in automotive electronics:

How to significantly accelerate development cycles while ensuring model trust, reliability, and IP protection.

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Schedule, Oct 22, 2026

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Preliminary agenda
08:30-09:00
Jürgen Leib
Fraunhofer IISB

PhyLiPin - Physics-based lifetime prediction: Why chronology matters. Background: Limits of rainflow counting.

09:00-09:30
Mike Feuchter
CADFEM Germany GmbH

Nonlinear encrypted structural ROM technology

09:30-10:00
Klaus Neumeier
Onsemi

tbd

10:00-10:30

Coffee Break

10:30-11:00
Michael Schreittmiller
Webasto Roof & Components SE

Automation of PCB Reliability Assessment Using Ansys Sherlock and
Python

11:00-11:30
Dan Farley and Craig Hillman
Synopsys

S3 Workflow: Scanned Geometry, Superelements And Nonlinear Damage Accumulation With Simpleware and Sherlock

11:30-12:00
To be announced soon
12:00-13:00

Shared lunch

13:00-13:30
Cynthia Michalkowski
Bosch

e²LEAD: Towards Highly Integrated Automotive Electronics With Chiplet Technology and Digital Twin Integration

13:30-14:30
All Speakers

Plenary discussion

What to Expect

Join a highly focused, peer-level exchange on:

Virtual validation and verification aligned with automotive testing standards (e.g., LV124, VW 80000, GMW 3172)

Simulation-driven reliability engineering and non-linear behavior modeling

Secure model exchange across the value chain using standards such as FMU

Protection of intellectual property through encrypted models and advanced ROM technologies

Model credibility and governance, including model warehousing concepts

An interactive panel discussion addressing key challenges and future directions for accelerating automotive electronics development

Schedule, Oct 22, 2026

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About

Gain access to a focused, peer-level exchange designed to accelerate progress in automotive electronics development.

As part of the CADFEM World Conference, this symposium connects you with a carefully selected circle of experts and decision-makers—enabling meaningful discussions, practical insights, and valuable connections beyond the session itself.

Participation is available with a full conference pass (EUR 1,200). In addition, participants are warmly invited to extend their experience by joining:

  • “Meet the Developers” sessions on Oct 20 for direct exchange with technology experts

  • physics-based sessions on Oct 21, offering deeper technical insights and Extended networking opportunities.

Get your ticket and secure your place

Frequently Asked Questions

Your Contact
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Steffen Peters

CADFEM Germany GmbH

speters@cadfem.de
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Mike Feuchter

CADFEM Germany GmbH

mfeuchter@cadfem.de

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