Industry: Electric Vehicles · Smart Mobility · Urban Logistics
Technology: MODSIM · 3D CAD · Cloud Simulation · Digital Twin
Application: Virtual prototyping · Vehicle weight optimization · Thermal and aerodynamic simulation
Overview: A Smarter Way to Deliver in Crowded Cities
QARGOS, an India-based startup, is revolutionizing urban logistics with its fully electric, two-wheeled cargo vehicle—QARGOS F9. Using the 3DEXPERIENCE® Works platform and a MODSIM (Modeling + Simulation) approach, the company cut vehicle weight by 30%, enhanced aerodynamic performance, and eliminated the need for physical prototyping altogether. This end-to-end digital development enabled a faster time to market and better product outcomes.
The Challenge: Create a Stable, Smart Cargo Scooter from the Ground Up
Unmet Market Needs – No existing vehicle efficiently carried loads between 20–120 kg in dense cities
Stability Under Load – The scooter needed to remain dynamically balanced up to 275 lbs
Prototyping Costs – Physical iterations would have delayed development and increased expenses
Sustainability Pressure – Goal: deliver a greener solution with higher cargo capacity than current scooters
The Solution: Unified Design and Simulation on the Cloud
QARGOS used a fully integrated MODSIM workflow via the 3DEXPERIENCE® platform, combining:
- 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS® Premium
- SIMULIA Durability, Fluid Dynamics, and Electromagnetics Engineers
- Plastic Injection & Mechanics Simulation
- 3D Motion Creator & 3DSwymer
- Collaborative Industry Innovator for secure data access
This cloud-based setup enabled QARGOS to explore hundreds of virtual design alternatives, simulate real-world conditions, and make informed design decisions—without ever building a physical prototype.
Key Benefits:
30% Weight Reduction – Chose alternative chassis materials based on simulation
Optimized Aerodynamics – Reduced rider fatigue by refining drag forces
Improved Battery Cooling – Verified fluid cooling was superior to air
Expanded Cargo Space – Maximized payload capacity with no compromise on balance
Simulation-Driven Design – Faster iteration and fewer physical tests
Use Case Highlights:
Smart Cargo Scooter – Designed for logistics needs in urban environments
Cloud Access – Teams collaborated securely from anywhere
Zero Physical Prototypes – Fully virtual product development
Customer Feedback Loop – Over 500 product demos and 30,000+ miles of road testing
Secure Data Management – Version control and data traceability via 3DEXPERIENCE Works
Conclusion: Logistics Innovation Built on Simulation
By eliminating physical prototypes and leveraging simulation from day one, QARGOS saved time, cut costs, and delivered a smarter, safer, and more efficient vehicle. Their integrated use of SOLIDWORKS and 3DEXPERIENCE Works has enabled a sustainable, scalable path forward for electric mobility in crowded cities—transforming the logistics industry one scooter at a time.
