Coreform IGA is the world’s first fully spline based commercial simulation software that implements the Flex Representation Method, which allows users to setup and solve complex problems in science and engineering with less effort than traditional finite element analyses. Whereas many solvers may sacrifice accuracy or capabilities for the sake of model preparation simplicity, or may require intensive model preparation in order to solve challenging problems, Coreform IGA aims to provide world-class simulation capabilities coupled with simple model setup. Coreform IGA is actively advancing the state of spline based simulation technology. New features and capabilities are continually being added as they are developed. These new features may not be fully production ready, but they may be of interest to many...

Coreform Flex harnesses Coreform’s patent-pending isogeometric analysis (IGA) technology to eliminate the need for meshing and defeaturing. Now, projects that used to take months can be accomplished in weeks or even days. Coreform Flex 2024.08 Tested Picture Coreform Flex updates include user experience enhancements, an improved Python interface, improved Flex meshing, new import/export capabilities to Coreform Flex Preprocessor, and the introduction of a number of beta features to Coreform Flex Solver. Read more.

SURFCAM is a CAD CAM system capable of creating efficient and reliable 2D through to 5-axis milling toolpaths. Hexagon Surfcam 2024.1 Tested Picture SURFCAM 2 Axis SURFCAM’s 2-axis system is the most cost-effective, high-performance CAM package with a full library of toolpath strategies. SURFCAM 3 Axis SURFCAM’s 3-axis system provides the combination of powerful functionality coupled with ease of use. SURFCAM 4/5 Axis SURFCAM offers true simultaneous 4- and 5-axis machining with full tool-motion visualisation and verification. SURFCAM Lathe SURFCAM Lathe provides control over every aspect of your turning requirements from roughing to final finish. SURFCAM Wire EDM SURFCAM Wire EDM contains three unique strategies designed to meet a variety of Wire EDM requirements. SURFCAM Post Processors SURFCAM supports a...

The Analytica Optimizer adds powerful solvers for finding optimal decisions and solving equations subject to constraints. Most Optimizer models aim to find the best decision strategy — that is, the values for decision variables that maximize (or minimize) an Objective subject to a set of equality or inequality constraints. Some models seek a feasible solution that satisfies the constraints without an explicit objective. The Optimizer edition of Analytica finds the best strategies for models with multiple decision variables and constraints. It adds powerful solvers to all the features of the Enterprise edition. Lumina Analytica Optimizer Edition 2024 v6.4.8 Tested Picture Experienced modelers know that the biggest challenge in optimization is to formulate your problem in a way that is clear and computationally tractable....

FEMtools 4.5 is a maintenance release that brings new improvements to all FEMtools modules and introduces support for the Optistruct solver. The FE data interfaces and drivers are updated to support the current versions of the FE programs. DDS FEMTools 2024 v4.5 Tested Picture The highlights of 2024 v4.5 are summarized hereafter: New Help file integrating all documentation (user’s guides, examples manuals,theory manuals, reference manuals). Only the Release Notes and Getting Started manuals remain as PDF manuals. [New] “FEMtools Assistant”, a new generative AI-driven chatbox to answer questions (in many languages) within the context of the FEMtools documentation. [New] Optistruct interface and driver (compatible with Nastran) Interfaces and drivers verified for – MSC Nastran 2024 – Simcenter Nastran V2023.2312 and...

Modelithics Qorvo GaN Library 24.5.4 for use with Keysight Technologies’ Advanced Design System (ADS) and Cadence AWR Design Environment®. This release is compatible with Keysight ADS 2022 – 2024 Update 2 and Cadence AWR Design Environment 16 and 17.3+. The Modelithics Qorvo GaN Library is backward compatible with previous Modelithics library releases. Available versions: 24.x , 21.x ,… Modelithics Qorvo GaN Library 21.4 Tested Picture This latest version offers new models for Qorvo’s QPD1035 (40 W) and QPD1035L (40 W) discrete GaN-onSiC HEMTs. The QPD1035 and QPD1035L are 40 W devices with load-pull validation of 4, 5 and 6 GHz and a max frequency of 6 GHz. Both models are non-linear models and include temperature scaling. Also available with this...
SimManager is fully capable of helping companies leverage their most valuable engineering experts in the most efficient way, focused directly on meeting the complex needs of those working in simulation. It establishes and standardizes industry best practices, ensuring simulation quality is rigorously maintained. SimManager 2024.1, Simulation Process and Data Management (SPDM) solution helping markets across industries bring together people, process, and technology to streamline simulation operations. SimManager 2024.1 introduces a number of new features and enhancements, including: User Interface (UI) Improvements Enhanced Tag Management: Users can now delete and edit tags. A new API for managing tags has been introduced. New Chart Types: Parallel Coordinates chart for visualizing large datasets. Table chart for displaying numeric properties of seeds. Whiteboard Enhancements:...

Hydrostar is a powerful 3D diffraction/radiation software based on potential theory for wave-body interactions. It takes into account multi-body interaction, effects of forward speed and internal liquid motions. Bureau Veritas HydroStar 2024 v8.3.2 Tested Picture Hydrostar has been extensively tested and validated through comparison with semi-analytical studies, numerical results from recognized tools and experimental data. It was conceived to enhance an asset’s technical excellence and productivity. The software provides numerous advantages and functionalities to meet high-level requirements, including: Dynamic coupling between liquid motions in internal tanks and ship motions Generalized modes calculation: Hydrostar can solve the hydro-dynamic problem on user-defined modes Side-by-side configuration as the software handles multi-body interactions

Ariane is an efficient static, time-domain based, multi-body mooring software. The product of thirty-years’ development, Ariane uses Bureau Veritas’ extensive expertise and knowledge in hydrodynamic and mooring fields. Ariane is regularly updated, and the latest releases allow to analyze complex mooring systems, such as side-by-side or jetty mooring, with extreme accuracy. Bureau Veritas Ariane 2024 v8.2.6 Tested Picture 6 DOFs multi-body calculation in static and time domain Multi-component mooring lines Drift loads models adapted to any water depth Covering thrusters, external loads, fenders, buoys, sinkers, etc.

VeriSTAR Hull is Bureau Veritas’ finite element tool for building and managing safe and optimum designs. It combines the well-known FEMAP processing tool and proven NX and MSC Nastran solvers with in-house developed features for fast and efficient modeling and rule compliance checks. Bureau Veritas VeriSTAR Hull 2024 v5.26 Tested Picture Bureau Veritas VeriSTAR Hull provides: Global strength assessment of cargo hold structures (yielding and bucking criteria) Stress assessment of structural details Fatigue strength assessment Main features: Generation of 3D finite element model facilitated by the import/export from various CAD formats Mesh quality check to get more reliable results with finite element analysis Automatic buckling panel analysis Numerous powerful automatic processes to ease the use and speed of the model...