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PowerFlow

PowerFlow Fluid Dynamics Software

For advanced fluid dynamics simulation and analysis.

What is PowerFlow?

PowerFlow is a state-of-the-art CFD (computational fluid dynamics) software developed by Dassault Systèmes. It leverages unique, inherently transient Lattice Boltzmann-based physics to perform highly accurate fluid simulations.

PowerFlow is designed to predict real-world conditions, enabling engineers to evaluate product performance early in the design process. This software is widely used in industries such as transportation, aerospace, automotive, and defense for aerodynamic, aeroacoustic, and thermal management simulations.

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Use cases

Most popular uses for PowerFlow

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PowerFlow is essential for optimizing vehicle aerodynamics and thermal management. It allows engineers to simulate airflow, cooling, and noise, ensuring vehicles meet performance and efficiency standards.

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PowerFlow is used to simulate aerodynamic performance and noise reduction, crucial for aircraft design and passenger comfort.

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Researchers use PowerFlow to study complex fluid dynamics phenomena, contributing to advancements in various scientific fields.

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Why use PowerFlow?

PowerFlow offers numerous benefits that enhance engineering capabilities and streamline processes for organizations.

PowerFlow provides accurate simulations across various flow regimes, from laminar to transonic, solving complex CFD design problems efficiently.

Engineers can evaluate product performance early in the design process, reducing the need for costly physical prototypes and enabling significant design changes when they are most impactful.

PowerFlow’s scalable solution allows for the use of multiple compute cores, ensuring fast simulation times and efficient use of high-performance computing resources.

PowerFlow seamlessly integrates with other SIMULIA applications like PowerTHERM, PowerACOUSTICS, and PowerCOOL, providing a comprehensive solution for thermal, acoustic, and cooling simulations.

What can you do with PowerFlow?

PowerFlow offers a comprehensive suite of solutions to simulate and solve complex fluid flow challenges with unparalleled accuracy.

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Lattice Boltzmann-based solver

PowerFlow adapts LBM (Lattice Boltzmann method) for high-fidelity transient simulations, delivering accurate results across a wide range of flow regimes, from laminar to transonic.

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Automated meshing

Simplify the simulation setup process with fully automated fluid grid generation. This eliminates the need for manual mesh creation, saving time and reducing errors.

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True rotating geometry simulation

Accurately simulate rotating components such as wheels, fans, pumps, and turbines to predict performance and noise in transient systems.

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Coupled simulation

Seamlessly integrate with other SIMULIA tools like PowerTHERM for thermal simulations, PowerCOOL for heat exchanger performance, and PowerACOUSTICS for aeroacoustic noise analysis.

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Digital wind tunnel

Create realistic wind tunnel simulations with static and moving ground planes, boundary layer suction points, and on-road turbulent wind conditions.

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Multiphase flow and thermal management

Simulate complex scenarios involving multiphase flows, heat transfer, and thermal radiation. Applications include battery cooling, electronics cooling, and underhood thermal management.

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Advanced post-processing

Analyze simulation results efficiently using intuitive tools like PowerVIZ for visualization and PowerINSIGHT for automated results analysis.

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Consider factors such as the software’s compatibility with existing systems, its ability to meet your specific data management and analysis needs, and the availability of support and training resources. Evaluate the software’s scalability and flexibility to accommodate future growth and evolving requirements.

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