This Dynomation-5 Release has several updates and fixes: This current update version is 5.10.0121 NOTE: Next major Update (5.11) will include new valve-overlap flow modeling for improved accuracy, especially during Iterator testing. Also, a newly designed CamShaft Category and improved cam modeling are included in this significant update. If you have requests for updates/features in Dyomation-5, write to: latherton@motionsoftware.com. Following are the changes or additions for each version of Dynomation-5 since the initial release of Version 5.01 in April, 2008. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Version 5.10.0121: * Fixed error with FE modeling when using Turbos with an A/F ratio table. Version 5.0.9b.0810: * Fixed US/Metric units issue in some cam-profile file imports. * Fixed FE sim power drop with cam centerlines greater than 115-deg. * Fixed Hybrid Sim display of Ignition Timing on graphs/tables. Version 5.0.9.0706: * NEW! Charge Flow Analysis Data added to tables and graphs. Including: * Total Charge Retained In Cylinder * Charge Lost From Cylinder Before IVC * Charge Lost To Reversion * Charge Lost To Exhaust Flow * Exhaust Spoilage Flow Into Cylinder * BSFC (Brake Specific Fuel Consumption) * Fuel Flow Into Engine (Lb/Hr) * Fuel Conversion Efficiency * NEW! More accurate frictional models for Wave-Action Simulation. * Improved Forced Induction modeling in Wave-Action Simulation. * Improved Manifold Modeling in Filling-And-Emptying Simulation. * Enhancements to MEPs and other data displayed in data tables. * Recalibration of Simulations to Dyno-Test "baseline" data. Version 5.0.8.0220: * Correction to Individual-Runner, induction-flow modeling in WA and FE. * Fixed data handling issues for imported, encrypted lobe-profiles. Version 5.0.7.0130: * Added RR, Lash, Gross Lift, and Lobe-Profile names to ProPrint. * Added warning about RR and Lash defaults to VVT cam menu selection. * Fixed issue with mimimum number of data points in airflow dialog. * Fixed range error in cam opening and closeing point ranges. * Increase valve event value ranges. * Fixed Camshaft Category when importing data and adjusting the lash/RR. * Fixed profile cam centerline issue. * Fixed update error when loading a .DYM file using Lobe-Profile data. * Zeroed non-valid .050 valve timing in spawned engines after Iteration. * NEW! Improved simulation stabiltiy at high engine speeds. * NEW! Added ability to read Lobe-Profile Library files. * NEW! Redesigned Lobe-Profile Import dialog for ease of use. * NEW! Added Lobe-Profile filename to the Camshaft Category. * NEW! Imported Lobe-Profile filename saved in .DYM file. Version 5.0.6a.1009: * Removed legacy VVT choices from graph properties page. * Added drop-down menus for lash entries. * Fixed issue when entering rocker ratio or lash. * Fixed error in calculating 0.050 timing point in some cam-profile data. * Fixed a duration-range error. * Updated chart control for additional speed, unicode, and printing support. * Fixed issue with Rocker Math dialog during calculation new timing points. * Fixed assert caused by a range error in taper angle. * Fixed quick-compare error when applied to "combo" graphs. * Fixed error when cancelling a compare-to file. * Fixed error when simulation is attempted and rocker or lash are not set. * Fixed Rocker Ratio and Lash added to ProPrint output. * NEW! Save Button in ProIterator only appears when a result test is selected. * NEW! Added default rocker-ratio dialog for loading new camfile. Version 5.0.5.807: * Fixed range error when entering cam data in Cam Manager. * Fixed issues with the way the Cam Manager handled timing calculations. * Fixed error in Pro-Iterator with induction manifold selections. * Fixed range error related to camshaft duration. * Improved Ignition Timing and Advance Curve modeling. * Recalibrated Wave-Action simulation to original release 5.01 version. * NEW! Ability for user to select if current rocker ratio and lash are retained when a new cam is selected in the Cam Manager. * NEW! Recalibrated Induction models for all Wave-Action intake manifolds. * NEW! Improved cam modeling for "generic" menu cams. Version 5.0.4.710: * Corrected RPM-based data export. * Fixed a metric/domestic conversion error in Power column of ProTable. * Fixed range error with Temperature dropdown list. * Fixed error with intercooler pressure drop. * Rocker ratio initialization now defaults to (***). * Added missing Status Bar help text to some menu items. * Fixed Air/Fuel Ratio modeling error. * Fixed Assert when editing centerline with only 050 specs entered. * ProPrinting .ini file with updated address info. * Updated Users Manual for version 5.0-4.0710. * NEW! CamManager works better with STS & 050 cam timing methods. * NEW! Simple induction models to the ProIterator. * NEW! Drop-Down menus to the Rocker-Ratio choices. Version 5.0.3.528: * Improved Cam-Profile Import dialog with new graphs and data displays to assist in lobe selection. * Changes to Camshaft Component Category to make working with both Profile and 10-Point Cam Files easier and more intuitive. * Improved accuracy with 10-Point and profile cam files. * Improved exhaust modeling in high-speed applications * Reliably build and test more exhaust headers without simulation errors. * Improved overall simulation stability, particularly for unique and high-speed engines. * Expanded ranges for bore and stroke permit modeling larger engines. * I.R. Runner flow models improved for higher accuracy, improves all Independent-Runner applications. * Other maintenance fixes and minor improvements. * NEW! 2- and 3-Valve-Per-Port engine flow routines now offer improved accuracy. * NEW! Improvements in 2-Valve Coefficient-Of-Discharge models. * NEW! Save partially-completed engine buildup. * NEW! Export RPM-Based Data to text file. * NEW! Move graph reticule lines with cursor keys. * NEW! Improved error trapping on cam-profile import. Version 5.0.2.422: * For speed reasons, during an iteration, the log file is not written. * Fixed a small graphics glitch in the Quick Iterator graph. * Fixed an assert error after switching to metric units and editing the camshaft. * NEW! Extra precision to the exported crank-angle data.