AI models trained on physics are accelerating engineering design

Large physics models are transforming engineering by drastically speeding up design processes, replacing extensive simulation times with AI-driven analysis. Companies like General Motors are using these AI models to predict metrics like drag coefficient in minutes instead of weeks, enabling rapid design iteration and exploration of more possibilities. While the exact role of AI versus traditional simulation is debated, these tools are empowering engineers, automating low-value tasks, and allowing them to focus on critical design decisions.