STEM Racing and Ansys launch free simulation training series for student engineers
Simulate to Win Week returns September 8–12 with free daily webinars in Finite Element Analysis and Computational Fluid Dynamics.
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STEM Racing has announced the return of Simulate to Win Week, a five-day online training series designed to equip student engineering teams with advanced simulation skills.
The event, running from September 8 to 12, is open to participants in STEM Racing competitions and is supported by long-term partner Ansys.
In a LinkedIn post, STEM Racing confirmed the event will provide free, expert-led training across two technical tracks—Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD). Each day will focus on practical applications of simulation software, with students gaining access to live Q&A sessions and real-time support from industry professionals. One of the feature sessions includes a conversation with Matthew Sorrell, Head of Aerodynamic Tools and Methods at Red Bull Racing and Red Bull Technology.
Focus on FEA and CFD simulation tools
In the FEA track, students will explore mesh generation, optimization strategies, and the use of composite materials in structural design. Sessions will cover key challenges such as balancing computational cost with solution accuracy and applying topology optimization to improve component performance. The final day includes a live Q&A where participants can ask an experienced FEA engineer for design guidance.
The CFD track begins with best practices for running and validating simulations, followed by sessions focused on meshing techniques and battery thermal management for electric vehicles. A session led by an aerodynamicist from Red Bull Racing will demonstrate how professional racing teams interpret CFD results to refine performance. The series concludes with a live expert Q&A to support students with fluid flow analysis and simulation setup.
Simulation and real-world skills at the core of STEM Racing model
STEM Racing is a not-for-profit social enterprise that introduces students to STEM through the hands-on design, manufacture, and racing of miniature compressed air-powered cars. The program, formerly known as F1 in Schools, blends engineering, design and business skills using professional tools such as CAD and simulation software.
Open to students aged nine to nineteen, the program is built for classroom and competition settings. Many alumni go on to pursue careers in motorsport, aerospace and other technical industries. Ansys continues its long-standing collaboration with STEM Racing by leading this training series. The company provides engineering simulation tools used globally across sectors and has supported previous iterations of the event.
