Dassault Systèmes Builds Physics-Aware AI for Industrial Simulation

In a recent episode of the NVIDIA AI Podcast, Nicolas Cerisier, VP of 3DEXPERIENCE Platform R&D at Dassault Systèmes, discussed how the company is developing AI that embeds the fundamental laws of physics, chemistry, and engineering into its models. Unlike typical generative AI that relies solely on pattern recognition, these industry world models understand why a plane takes off, not just that it does. The podcast explored the company's hybrid AI approach, combining neural networks with simulation to create trustworthy, traceable models. Cerisier also introduced virtual companions—Aura, Leo, and Marie—and highlighted the partnership with NVIDIA to accelerate these efforts. The episode concluded with a look toward always-on autonomous agents that could revolutionize industrial design and manufacturing.