| Virtual Prototyping(VP) is a new technology, it combines different product develop models over different engineering areas and simulates real product from various angles. So in this way, the VP can realize coordinated design over different areas. These features make VP very important in production cycle that is based on knowledge. VP can shorten the product design cycle, reduce product cost and improve the product quality. VP is now becoming the new hot research project in countries.In this article, the key technology of VP is discussed, meanwhile, a VP platform for initial design phase is realized.In this article, the key technology is discussed in two categories: the high level service and basic support technology., and the architecture of VP is designed.The VP platform is based component. Every function module is a visible component of the system. The platform is based on C/S mode and B/S model. It offers the designers with real time communication and knowledge sharing ability. Expert system of control, electron and mechanism is included and several design tools are integrated into the platform. The platform also offer the management of user. |
