Developed through a joint initiative by Transcat PLM (now part of TECHNIA) in collaboration with major German automotive OEMs like Audi, BMW, Daimler, Porsche, and Volkswagen, CAVA was purpose-built to tackle the immense challenge of in the automotive industry. A modern vehicle must adhere to thousands of global and national standards for safety, environmental impact, and pedestrian protection, including regulations like ECE (Economic Commission for Europe), EWG, SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers), and FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards). Meeting these requirements is a monumental task for any engineering team.
CAVA automates the complex task of checking a vehicle's geometry against global regulations (such as ECE, SAE, FMVSS, and EWG), which varies significantly by country.
The platform provides a centralized data management base where all important vehicle parameters are stored in a central "Base Data Feature", creating a single source of truth for the entire team. This also facilitates virtual homologation by providing validated digital data that can be used to certify a vehicle's compliance, streamlining the final approval process and reducing time-to-market.
: Automatically calculates impact zones on the hood, bumper, and windshield, allowing engineers to optimize crumple zones according to Euro NCAP and international standards. cava catia
(CATIA Automotive Extensions – Vehicle Architecture) is a specialized software solution designed to ensure vehicle designs comply with international legal standards throughout the entire development process. Developed by TECHNIA (formerly Transcat PLM) in collaboration with major German automakers like BMW, Audi, and Volkswagen, it integrates directly into CATIA V5 and the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Key Capabilities
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Vehicle components must minimize injury risk to occupants and pedestrians alike in the event of an impact. CAVA Safety automates these radius and clearance checks. Developed through a joint initiative by Transcat PLM
Ensuring a vehicle is comfortable and usable for a wide range of body types is a key ergonomic challenge. Based on SAE standards, CAVA Manikin provides 2D test dummies to verify interior packaging, such as headroom, legroom, and driver reach, ensuring a comfortable and safe driving position for a diverse population.
As of 2025, Cava Group (NYSE: CAVA) is aggressively expanding. The "Catia" internal code name is rumored to be shifting from a specific location to a . By the end of the fiscal year, analysts predict that 60% of new Cava openings will use the Catia engineering blueprint.
Maintains a dynamic database of international standards (such as ECE, FMVSS, and SAE norms) directly inside the 3D workspace. Designers do not need to pause production to research legal handbooks manually. 2. Operational Time and Cost Savings CAVA automates the complex task of checking a
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CAVA is a specialized software suite developed by TECHNIA in collaboration with major German car manufacturers. It is not a standalone tool; rather, it integrates directly into and the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
Developed through a joint project with major German car manufacturers, CAVA is a specialized software solution integrated into the and 3DEXPERIENCE ecosystems. It automates the verification of vehicle geometry against global norms, ensuring that designs are legally compliant long before a physical prototype is ever built. What is CAVA?