November 19 | 15:00 CET | 9:00 EST
Join Sika’s virtual event to discover how leading OEMs, researchers, and Sika experts are transforming vehicle acoustics by treating the entire vehicle body as an integrated acoustic system.
Automotive manufacturers are under increasing pressure to reduce weight, lower costs, accelerate development, and still deliver outstanding passenger comfort. Join Sika’s Acoustic Holistic Approach Virtual Event, moderated by Dr. Ludmilla Derr, and learn how damping, cavity treatments, reinforcements, adhesives, simulation, and testing can work together to improve NVH performance while supporting lightweighting and manufacturing efficiency.
Through expert presentations, real-world case studies, and discussion panels, you'll gain practical insights into designing quieter, lighter, and more cost-effective vehicles. Explore how advanced simulation can shorten development cycles and see how innovative materials are creating new acoustic opportunities.
In addition, you can download technical resources, participate in live Q&A sessions, and connect directly with Sika acoustic specialists to discuss your own development challenges. Whether you work in NVH, body engineering, CAE, or vehicle development, this event will provide valuable perspectives on creating the next generation of quieter, lighter, and more cost-effective vehicles.
| Time (CET) | Session Type | Session Title | Session Description | Speakers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:00 – 15:00 | Pre-event | Enjoy a tour of Sika’s virtual platform before the event begins. Contact our experts directly and download technical resources. | ||
| 15:00 – 15:15 | Panel Discussion | The Future of Automotive Acoustics: Challenges and Opportunities | Industry experts discuss the trends that are reshaping vehicle development, from electrification and lightweighting to faster development cycles and passenger comfort expectations. | Jose Bautista, Hossein Shahverdi and Dr. Ludmilla Derr |
| 15:15 – 15:20 | Presentation | The Acoustic Holistic Approach: A New Way to Engineer Vehicle Comfort | Discover how an integrated approach to materials, engineering, simulation, and testing can enhance acoustic performance while balancing cost, weight, and manufacturing efficiency. | Oliver Unruh |
| 15:20 – 15:25 | Presentation | Building Blocks of Vehicle Acoustics: Damping Technologies | Learn how advanced damping solutions help control vibration and noise radiation in modern vehicle architectures. | Bernd Fuhrmann |
| 15:25 – 15:30 | Expert Exchange | Beyond Sealing: Next-Generation Baffles, Foams and Adhesives | Explore how multifunctional cavity treatments contribute to acoustic performance, lightweighting, and cost optimization. | Jose Bautista and Dusko Paripovic |
| 15:30 -15:35 | Presentation | Designing for Low-Frequency NVH Through Structural Reinforcement | See how reinforcement technologies can improve vehicle stiffness, ride comfort, and acoustic performance from the earliest development stages. | Denis Souvay |
| 15:35 – 15:45 | Panel Discussion | Accelerating Development with Acoustic Simulation and Digital Engineering | A panel discussion on virtual validation, digital twins, and reducing development time through advanced simulation methodologies. | Bernd Fuhrmann, David Cid, and Prof. Dr. Norbert Hofmann |
| 15:45 – 15:50 | Presentation | Inside Sika's Acoustic Center | Take a virtual tour of Sika's world-class acoustic testing facilities and discover how solutions are validated from material characterization through full vehicle optimization. | Bernd Fuhrmann |
| 15:50 – 15:55 | Panel Discussion | What's Next? Emerging Technologies in Vehicle Acoustics | Explore innovative adhesive, bonding, and acoustic technologies that are shaping the future of vehicle comfort and performance. | Dobrivoje Jovanovic and Gerrit Lang |
| 15:55 –16:00 | Q&A | Live audience Q&A | Ask your questions and engage directly with Sika's acoustic experts. | Sika Experts |
| 16:00 – 18:00 | Enjoy a tour of Sika’s virtual platform. Contact our experts directly and download technical resources. |
Engineering and Analysis Consultant, Vectayn; Jaguar Land Rover CAE Expert with 20+ Years in OEM Vehicle Development
Lecturer in Thermo-Mechanical and Casting Simulation at Fachhochschule Nordwestschweiz FHNW
Sika’s Global Product Manager, Body and Paint Shop Adhesives & Sealants
