This work, presented by the SmartFluidPower team at the Bath/ASME FPMC 2020 international conference, takes an in-depth look at the role of circumferential grooves in hydraulic servo-cylinder pistons and proposes a numerical model capable of accurately predicting their effects on component behavior. Design challenges for hydraulic servo cylinder pistons In the design of a hydraulic […]
Read moreSmartFluidPower
Smart Simulation for the Fluid Power industry. Optimize the design of fluid power systems and components.
We provide you with the software tools to optimize the design of fluid power components and systems. We apply cutting-edge technology to find solutions for your and innovations challenges in the field of hydraulics. We help you improve your processes and avoid wasting resources in the cycle of trial and error.
Our Proposal
Reduce physical prototypes, speed up design, and improve performance. With SmartFluidPower, dynamic simulation on an open-source platform makes every stage of development in the fluid power sector more efficient—thanks to dedicated tools, specialized technical support, and affordable costs.
Products
The intuitive and scalable simulation software to create hydraulic components and systems.
Services
We guide you in improving your production process with our training, support, and customized tools.
About us
SmartFluidPower is an innovative SME born as spin-off of the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia.
We are a team of engineers and expert researchers, with years of experience, and a passion for fluid power application.
Our clients
Testimonials
“Before using the SFP library in OpenModelica, we developed preliminary calculations in Excel, with long lead times especially for bench validations. Today, we can test multiple solutions in just a few minutes. Integration was surprisingly simple, allowing us to virtually recreate our test benches and simulate conditions that are difficult to verify physically.”
“Designing a new component used to involve multiple steps, making timelines hard to predict. Now, with SFP, every prototype starts from accurate simulations: we identify the ‘ideal candidate,’ then build and test it. Integration has allowed us to uncover effects once considered secondary but crucial for the final design, and to quickly verify the feasibility of new ideas, without limiting creativity.”
“Estimating the validation time for a complex valve was challenging: the initial design alone required about 150 hours, influenced by prototype and test bench availability. With dynamic simulation, design is now data-driven: we can verify solutions upfront without waiting for physical tests, dive into every detail, and even gain valuable insights from imperfect models. The clear structure of SFP’s library components makes understanding easier and accelerates engineers’ know-how, improving problem-solving and speed.”
News
Behavior of fluids in hydraulic circuits
Behavior of fluids in hydraulic circuits: how their properties affect system performance In hydraulic systems, fluid is not simply a means of transmitting power, but an active element that directly influences the efficiency, reliability, and durability of components. Its physical properties—such as viscosity, density, compressibility, and lubrication—vary depending on operating conditions, temperature, and pressure, thereby […]
Read more
SmartFluidPower at Hub Meccatronica 2025: a concrete glimpse into the future of Fluid Power
What is Hub Meccatronica? On November 25, SmartFluidPower participated as a sponsor and exhibitor at Hub Meccatronica, the new event promoted by FEDERTEC and hosted at SET | Scalo Eventi, Turin. This is a multi-sector event that brought together companies, technicians, and professionals from the fields of mechatronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical transmissions. An occasion […]
Read more