The FMI Toolbox for MapleSim/Maple is an add-on software module that enables users to import and export models using the Functional Mock-up Interface (FMI) standard. This allows models created in MapleSim to be shared with, or imported from, a wide range of other simulation tools that support FMI. The toolbox supports both Model Exchange (ME) and Co-Simulation (CS) interface types, facilitating seamless model integration and simulation across different engineering environments.

Key Features

FMI Import and Export Facilitates interoperability between MapleSim and other FMI-compliant tools.

• Export MapleSim models as FMUs (Functional Mock-up Units) for use in other simulation environments.
• Import FMUs from other tools into MapleSim for simulation and analysis.

Multi-platform Support Ensures compatibility across operating systems.

• FMUs generated include binaries for Windows, Linux, and macOS.
• Supports FMI versions 2.0 and 3.0 for broad toolchain integration.

Interface Type Support Enables flexible simulation strategies.

• Supports both Model Exchange (ME) and Co-Simulation (CS) interfaces.
• Allows selection of appropriate interface for the simulation context.

Validation and Compatibility Ensures reliability and correctness of exchanged models.

• FMUs validated with industry-standard tools like FMPy and FMUChecker.
• Compatibility with a wide range of engineering simulation platforms.

Benefits

Enhanced Model Reusability Promotes efficient engineering workflows.

• Models can be reused across multiple simulation platforms, reducing duplication of effort.
• Enables collaborative engineering by sharing validated models between teams and organizations.

Accelerated Development and Testing Streamlines the system design process.

• Rapidly test and validate models in different environments without manual reimplementation.
• Supports virtual commissioning and system-level integration testing.