AI & Data-driven Simulation Forum
15 July 2026 | Neckarsulm (Bechtle IT-Systemhaus)
How is Artificial Intelligence transforming the way we develop, test, and validate products? And how can we move from promising pilot projects to robust, user-ready solutions in industrial practice?
The AI & Data-Driven Simulation Forum brings together leading experts from industry and research to address these questions. The focus is on the next evolution of engineering: the intelligent integration of simulation, data, and AI into seamless, learning-driven development processes. While traditional engineering approaches are often sequential and iterative, data-driven methods enable a fundamental shift: Designs are no longer just validated - they are continuously optimized, automatically generated, and data-backed.
The combination of physics-based simulation and AI opens entirely new possibilities: from
drastically accelerating complex analysis and using surrogate models to continuous optimization in “Closed-Loop Engineering.”
Yet despite this huge potential, many companies struggle with limited tool interoperability, poor AI integration into established workflows, missing standards, and low trust in AI results - leaving impressive proofs of concept stranded outside everyday engineering.
This is exactly where the forum comes in. Together, we discuss how innovative approaches can be transformed into scalable, robust, and user-friendly environments that fit into real development organizations. The forum addresses the entire spectrum from
CAE-driven vehicle development
to
scenario-based simulation for ADAS, AD, and SDV - and is
open to related industries that share the same challenges.
Countdown
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
15 July 2026
8:15 AM CEST
Registration & Coffee
Arrival of participants, networking, and visit to the Communication & Experience Area
8:45 AM
Welcome & Introduction
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Philipp Slusallek |
German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI)
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Wolfram Remlinger | Automotive Solution Center for Simulation e.V.
9:00 AM
Keynote
9:45 AM
Technology Pitches
10:15 AM
STREAM A1: CAE-Simulation
Expert Talks
10:15 AM
STREAM B1: Scenario-based Simulation
Expert Talks
11:00 AM
Matchmaking Break
Visit to the Communication & Experience Area
11:45 AM
Technology Pitches
12:10 PM
STREAM A2: CAE-Simulation
Expert Talks
12:10 PM
STREAM B2: Scenario-based Simulation
Expert Talks
12:45 PM
Lunch Break
Visit to the Communication & Experience Area
1:45 PM
STREAM A3: CAE-Simulation
Interactive Session
1:45 AM
STREAM B3: Scenario-based Simulation
Interactive Session
3:00 PM
Matchmaking Break
Visit to the Communication & Experience Area
3:30 PM
STREAM A4: CAE-Simulation
Expert Talks
3:30 PM
STREAM B4: Scenario-based Simulation
Expert Talks
4:15 PM
Final Keynote
5:00 PM
Final Remarks
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Philipp Slusallek | German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI)
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Wolfram Remlinger | Automotive Solution Center for Simulation e.V.
PRE-EVENTS
The AI & Data-driven Simulation Forum is accompanied on the pre-day, July 14, by the
AI & Data-driven Simulation Summit
for decision-makers and the
18th ASCS Annual General Assembly.
CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS
Deadline: 5th May 2026
The AI & Data-Driven Simulation Forum invites forward-looking, practical, and innovative contributions from industry and research. We are seeking application-oriented presentations, methods, technologies, and strategies that demonstrate how AI and simulation are transforming virtual vehicle development across the entire lifecycle.
We welcome submissions in areas including, but not limited to:
- Vehicle Electrification
- Vehicle Structure (lightweight design, materials, passive safety)
- Vehicle Automation & Active Safety
- Connectivity and Software-defined Functions
- Vehicle Dynamics and Ride Comfort
- Sustainable Mobility
We are interested in contributions that showcase how AI and simulation are used to:
- Make development processes more efficient
- Accelerate decision-making
- Unlock new innovation potential
- Actively drive the transformation of wheel-based mobility, transportation, robotics and beyond
Please send us your proposed presentation title + abstract (max. 3000 characters) and presenter names until 5th of May to events@asc-s.de (template available). All submissions will be carefully reviewed by a program committee to ensure a high-quality, relevant, and engaging agenda for the forum.
Speakers with accepted abstracts will also be invited to join the exclusive AI & Data-driven Simulation Summit with decision-makers on the evening prior to the event.
PROGRAM COMMITTEE
- Dr. Martin Benedikt - Virtual Vehicle Research
- Dr. Marcus Camen - science + computing
- Prof. Dr.-Ing. Gunnar Gräfe - Jade Hochschule
- Dr.-Ing. Dirk Rensink - SEGULA Technologies
- Prof. Dr.-Ing. Philipp Slusallek - German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence
- Carlo van Driesten - BMW
IMPRESSIONS
of the AI & Data-driven Simulation Forum 2024, Böblingen
SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS
Platin Sponsor
Gold Sponsors
Exhibitors
Strategic Event Partner
Who Should Attend
This B2B forum is aimed at professionals driving the transformation of engineering through AI, data, and simulation across the automotive and mobility sectors - and is equally open to other industries facing similar challenges.
It is ideal for decision-makers, R&D leaders, engineers, and researchers who want to move beyond pilot projects and implement scalable, user-ready AI solutions in real development environments.
Open to both ASCS members and non-members, the forum welcomes those working in simulation, AI, high-performance computing, and data-driven development.
LOCATION
Bechtle PLM Deutschland GmbH
Bechtle Platz 1
74172 Neckarsulm
Germany
© Bechtle PLM Deutschland GmbH
Showcase Your Technology
at AI & Data-driven Simulation Summit + Forum 2026
Would you like to present your cutting-edge technology to our audience of decision makers, technical experts, researchers and connect with potential partners and clients? Our exhibition area on 14 + 15 July offers the ideal platform to showcase your solutions, products, or services to an engaged and forward-thinking crowd.
Whether you’re working on groundbreaking simulation software, advanced AI technologies or intelligent services in the field of mobility simulation, we’re excited to feature your innovation at our event. This is your opportunity to highlight your contributions to the future of mobility.
It’s simple to get involved:
Contact us to discuss the possibilities for securing your exhibition stand. Together, we’ll create a space that puts your technology in the spotlight and fosters collaboration with industry leaders and researchers.
Reach out to us now to join the exhibition!
We look forward to hearing from you and showcasing the future of mobility simulation together.
