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PowerFLOW

by Dassault Systèmes · Since 1981
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Quick facts
VendorDassault Systèmes
Year launched1981
StatusActive
LocationVelizy-Villacoublay, France
Countries servedGlobal
Languages8
IntegrationsN/A
Free tierNO
Free trialNO
Contact salesYES

About PowerFLOW

PowerFLOW is a computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation software by Dassault Systèmes. It uses a transient Lattice Boltzmann-based physics engine to predict real-world fluid flow, aeroacoustics, and thermal management for complex geometries.

PowerFLOW is a specialized computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software within the Dassault Systèmes SIMULIA portfolio. It is designed for engineers to perform high-fidelity simulations of fluid flow, aeroacoustics, and thermal management. The software utilizes a unique Lattice Boltzmann-based physics engine, enabling it to accurately predict transient, real-world conditions for complex geometries without requiring model simplification. Key applications include automotive and aerospace aerodynamics, wind noise prediction, and thermal analysis. PowerFLOW integrates with other SIMULIA tools like PowerTHERM for heat transfer and PowerVIZ for results visualization. The platform is aimed at improving product design early in the development cycle. Pricing is not publicly available and requires contacting sales. Support is offered through the main Dassault Systèmes support portal, with training and user communities also available.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Accurately simulates complex, real-world fluid dynamics using a transient Lattice Boltzmann method.
  • Handles fully complex CAD geometry without the need for simplification.
  • Specialized capabilities for aeroacoustics and thermal management.
  • Automated setup and meshing to accelerate the simulation workflow.
Cons
  • Pricing is not publicly available and requires a sales inquiry.
  • As a high-end simulation tool, it likely has a steep learning curve and requires significant computational resources.

Features

Key features

Fluid Dynamics Simulation

Leverages a unique, inherently transient Lattice Boltzmann-based physics to accurately predict real-world fluid flow conditions.

Thermal Management Simulation

Simulates conjugate heat transfer problems, including surface and volume conduction and thermal radiation, with built-in coupling with PowerTHERM.

Aeroacoustics Analysis

Ideal for predicting wind noise for vehicles and aircraft.

Automated Setup

Features an intuitive interface with automated fluid grid generation and standardized application templates for pre- and post-processing.

True Rotating Geometry

Capable of simulating true rotating geometry to accurately model components like fans and wheels.

Additional features

Coupled Heat Exchanger Solution

Simulates the effect of multiple heat exchangers for applications like under-the-hood thermal management using coupled PowerCOOL.

Visualization and Analysis

Works with PowerVIZ for advanced visualization and analysis of simulation results.

Reporting Automation

Integrates with PowerINSIGHT to streamline and automate the simulation analysis and reporting process.

Complex Geometry Import

Directly imports fully complex model geometry from CAD systems without simplification.

Pricing

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Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
8
Interface languages
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Interface languages

EnglishFrenchGermanItalianJapaneseKoreanMandarinSpanish

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