General Motors to use Applied Dynamics International's

SIMsystem For Next Generation Simulation Systems ANN ARBOR, Mich. (PROTEXT) - Applied Dynamics International,Inc. (ADI) today announced General Motors (NYSE: GM) has selectedADI's SIMsystem platform for GM's Next Generation Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) simulators. GM uses HIL technology to design,verify and validate control strategies used in the electroniccontrollers that now permeate automotive systems. GM chose ADI'sSIMsystem because of the open architecture of both the hardwareand the software and the seamless integration with other softwaretools in use by GM. The open architecture will allow GM toquickly adopt advances in embedded control systems as well assensor technology. The SIMsystem is ADI's family of real-time products for HILsimulation and rapid prototyping. It includes ADI's Real-TimeStation (AD RTS) and the ADvantage Integrated DevelopmentEnvironment (IDE). At the heart of the HIL simulator will be anADI SIMsystem which will interact with one or more vehiclecontrol systems via electronic interfaces. The HIL simulationapproach ensures a more thorough analysis of control systemhardware and software in a repeatable laboratory environment. "General Motors' goal is to reduce costs, time to market andimprove overall quality in the development of its electroniccontrol systems, across all vehicle platforms," said JohnMcIntosh, ADI President and CEO. "ADI is proud to be selected asthe supplier of choice for the Next Generation Simulator program,and we look forward to working with GM to reach its goal." Applied Dynamics International is a supplier of advancedembedded hardware and software tools for the automotive,aviation, aerospace, defense, electronics and other relatedindustries. In addition to its Michigan headquarters, ADI has aninternational office in the United Kingdom and installations in23 countries and representatives throughout the world. otsOriginal Text Service: Applied Dynamics International Internet:http://www.newsaktuell.de Contact: Steve Trombino of ADI, 734-973-1300, or email, trombino@adi.com Web site:http://www.adi.com

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