The FSG MathWorks Modeling and Simulation Award 2026 is designed to recognize and reward teams that effectively use MathWorks tools in the design and development of their electric and autonomous vehicles in the Formula Student Germany 2026 competition. The goal is to encourage teams to adopt industry-grade Model-Based Design practices and demonstrate how simulation supports engineering decisions.
The award determination process consists of two stages: evaluation of a detailed report and assessment of a formal presentation. Teams will be evaluated based on a simulation-driven case study that highlights how MATLAB and Simulink were used to support a key design decision, focusing on the modeling approach, insights obtained, resulting design changes, and validation with real-world data.
The top three teams that demonstrate the most effective use of MathWorks software will be honored at the Formula Student Germany 2026 award ceremony with cash prizes:
- 3,000 USD for the first place
- 2,500 USD for the second place
- 1,500 USD for the third place
To master Stage 1 the teams will need to submit a document in a PDF format to the organizers by July 26, 2026, 23:59 CEST. Please access all the details of the award in the attached PDF file.
MathWorks Point of Contact: Veer Alakshendra (valakshe@mathworks.com)