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Analytic Solver Comprehensive is by far the most powerful and complete tool for predictive and prescriptive analytics in Excel. It includes all the capabilities of Analytic Solver Simulation for risk analysis and Monte Carlo simulation, all the capabilities Analytic Solver Optimization for mathematical programming, and all the capabilities Analytic Solver Data Mining for forecasting, data and text mining. It includes new capabilities for finding robust optimal decisions automatically, using stochastic programming and robust optimization methods — not available anywhere else. With an easy-to-use interface that uses Excel’s Ribbon and Task Pane, its Distribution Wizard for simulation and Constraint Wizard for optimization, and Guided Mode and Auto-Help Mode to help with modeling and choices of methods and options, it’s by far...

LightTools enables you to quickly create illumination designs that work right the first try, reducing prototype iterations. Increase your productivity and decrease your time to market using LightTools’ intelligent, easy-to-use tools. Available versions: 2025.x , 2024.x ,… Synopsys LightTools 2024.09 Tested Picture What’s New in LightTools Version 2025.03 Phosphor & Quantum Dot Modeling When specifying properties for a phosphor material, you can now specify the distribution for converted rays, and as well as two additional distribution types for unconverted rays. These features enhance the modeling of quantum dots in LightTools, which is beneficial for fine spectral tuning in LEDs, fluorescent lamps, cathode ray tubes, and plasma displays. Imaging Analysis with Modulation Transfer Function For forward simulations, you can specify a...

CODE V empowers engineers to tackle any optical design task with intuitive, intelligent tools, delivering better solutions, faster.CODE V’s advanced analysis, optimization and tolerancing features help users create superior optical designs that are manufacturable and economical to produce. Available versions: 2025.x , 2024.x ,… Synopsys CODE V 2024.03 Tested Picture What’s New in CODE V Version 2025.03 Upgrade Your Imaging Optics Designs Multi-Environment Coupling Enhancements CODE V’s enhanced Multi-Environment Coupling feature allows users to model lens designs based on any mounting technique, including spacer-based,seat-based, edge-mounted, and combinations of these. This advancement simplifies the athermalization of rotationally symmetric and folded lens systems. Users can create athermalized or multi-environment designs in the initial lens set up, a vast improvement from designing lenses...

Altair Feko is the leading tool for antenna design, placement and coupling, virtual test drives and flights, radio frequency interference, radar and radio coverage and planning, and spectrum management. Feko uniquely combines installed antenna performance with wireless coverage analysis, and its hybridized and parallelized solvers handle complex and electrically large analysis problems. Available versions: 2025.x , 2024.x , 2023.x , 2022.x , 2021.x , 2020.x Altair FEKO 2025.0 Linux64 Tested Picture Additionally, Feko offers specialized wave propagation technologies and models through its Altair® WinProp™ and Altair® WRAP™ capabilities. WinProp is especially useful for detailed, urban, and indoor radio-coverage planning, network roll-out, and comparative design deployment needed for heterogeneous outdoor-indoor scenarios. WRAP supports network coverage, planning, colocation, and interference analysis and...

POINTCAB 4BRICS PLUGIN (PointCab Plugin for BricsCAD) Our plugin for BricsCAD offers one of the most accessible workflows for modeling point clouds in BricsCAD. Available versions: 2.x , 1.x ,… PointCab 4BricsCAD 2.1 Tested Picture The brief overview of what the plugin has in store for you: No export/import of point cloud data necessary Direct transfer of lines, circles, etc. Direct transfer of 3D information Correct positioning of custom templates Data trasformation for other CAD software No navigating in the point cloud Compatible with BricsCAD Pro Platinum, version 22 – 25

POINTCAB 4AUTOCAD PLUGIN​ (PointCab Plugin for AutoDesk AutoCAD)Converting point cloud data and then importing it into AutoCAD is quite time-consuming. Once this is done, the laborious drawing and modeling on the point cloud follows. Available versions: 3.x , 2.x , 1.x ,… PointCab 4AutoCAD 3.0 Tested Picture Take a look at what functions our AutoCAD plugin has to offer: Connection with all main AutoCAD 2D functionalities Ability to transfer coordinates & distances Fixing and locking of axes while drawing Create connected lines, polylines, multilines & TIN surfaces Transfer from UCS to WCS Flatten heights in drawing Insert your own lisp scripts into our plugin (+ icons) Transfer Tool for layouts/sections Compatible with AutoCAD, version 23 -2026

POINTCAB 4REVIT PLUGIN(PointCab Plugin for Autodesk Revit) offers one of the most straightforward workflows for modeling point cloud data in Revit. Stay in your comfort zone and don’t worry about point cloud data anymore! Available versions: 3.x , 2.x , 1.x ,… PointCab 4Revit 3.0 Tested Picture In the tutorials below, we explain in detail how you can use the individual functions of our Revit plugin to your advantage. Of course, the quickest way to learn is to work directly in the software. Compatibility with Autodesk Revit 2024 No export/import of point cloud data necessary Direct transfer of objects Direct transfer of vector lines Direct transfer of 3D information Correct positioning of custom objects No navigating in the point cloud...

PointCab Origins is your Swiss Army Knife for the evaluation of point cloud data – no matter from which laser scanner and compatible with all CAD and BIM systems. From point cloud registration to the creation of vector lines and the transfer of your results into your CAD system, Origins offers you the perfect point cloud workflow. Available versions: 4.2x , 4.1x ,… PointCabOrigins Pro 4.2R18 Tested Picture Point cloud evaluation with PointCab Origins is that simple: Fast and intuitive: Create a digital measurement, floor plans and more with just a few clicks – without long training. High connectivity: Origins is compatible with almost all laser scanners and CAD & BIM systems. Scan2BIM workflow from a single source: From point cloud registration to...

GEOVIA Surpac provides mining companies with the powerful, reliable, and customizable 3D mine planning and geological modelling software they need to deliver advanced drillhole-data management, perform rigorous statistical and geostatistical analyses, and develop comprehensive resource models, mine designs, and mine plans for either open pit or underground operations. Available versions: 2025.x ,2024.x ,… GEOVIA Surpac 2025 v7.8 Tested Picture With Surpac, geologists can quantify and evaluate the physical characteristics of a deposit, even with limited information. Engineers can visualize mine designs and plans that maximize ore recovery while complying with project constraints. Mine production teams can integrate vast amounts of data to determine the best way to extract reserves.

Altair EDEM software,accurately simulates the behavior of rocks, soils, gravel, grains, tablets and powders and their interaction with equipment during a range of operation and process conditions. EDEM is used globally in all industries that handle or process bulk and granular materials, from heavy equipment and off-road, to mining, metals, as well as process manufacturing. Available versions: 2025.x , 2024.x , 2023.x , 2022.x , … Altair EDEM 2025.0 Linux64 Tested Picture The key features in EDEM version 2025: Volume Packing Volume Packing has the following major updates to improve usability and functionality: The ability to set Total Mass instead of Solid Fraction The EDEM Simulator Progress Bar now indicates the progress of Volume Packing prior to the start of a simulation The...