SKF Seals digital twin platforms combine advanced dynamic simulation methods that engineers can use to simulate in representative environments, how the various seal design alternatives obtained during the development process can be manufactured and will respond to dynamic application conditions such as speed, pressure and temperature.

Prediction of lubricated seal friction and frictional heat generation are also included as part of the virtual optimization process. Consequently, this digital twin platform not only is helpful during the design phase of new components but is also perfectly suitable when troubleshooting existing sealing systems: to quickly encounter possible root causes and enable proper optimization within the shortest period of time. This is specifically useful when testing is not capable of revealing the actual seal failure modes. Listen to Mickael Sansalone, Manager Global Research & Innovation, SKF Seals, while he explores SKF Seals digital twin technology to reduce time-to-market and total cost of ownership for our customers.