Dynisma, the UK-based motion simulation technology company, has successfully installed a Dynisma Motion Generator™ (DMG™) at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, Surrey. The state-of-the-art DMG-1 simulator has been integrated into the development programme of the manufacturer’s new supercar, the McLaren W1.
The commissioning of this advanced simulator marks a significant expansion of McLaren Automotive’s virtual development capabilities, enabling the historic British supercar maker to accelerate prototype programmes and improve vehicle performance with exceptional precision.
The partnership brings Formula 1-level simulation capabilities to McLaren Automotive. With ultra-low latency and high bandwidth, DMG-1 offers unparalleled realism, enabling engineers and test drivers to virtually experience the same scenarios they would face on proving grounds and circuits worldwide.
McLaren has already utilised DMG-1 in the final development phases of the new McLaren W1, validating its active aerodynamic systems, suspension setup, and damper controls through a combination of simulator-based and physical testing.
By replicating the precise data signatures behind real-world dynamic behaviour, the simulator gives engineers greater clarity on how cars perform and why they feel a certain way – insight that’s vital in defining the DNA of a McLaren supercar.
The deployment of Dynisma’s DMG-1 enables McLaren to achieve a higher level of correlation across the entire development loop – from CFD simulations and wind tunnel mapping through simulator trials and real-world validation. This creates a seamless bridge between virtual and physical testing, unlocking a faster, more efficient, and more sustainable path to innovation.
For W1, engineers used DMG-1 to deliver precise, real-time simulations of downforce, aerodynamic load, and suspension interaction, enabling robust and efficient optimisation of active aero systems. This proof of concept paves the way for greater integration of simulation into McLaren’s future programmes as the company expands into new product categories.
The validation of the W1’s active aero systems using DMG-1 exemplifies how simulation can foster engineering excellence and deliver some of the world’s most exhilarating driving experiences.
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