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Description

Renowned for its exceptional durability, CFX stands out as the premier CFD software for turbomachinery applications. Its solvers and models are integrated into a sleek, user-friendly, and adaptable graphical interface that offers extensive options for customization and automation through session files, scripting, and an advanced expression language. The software's highly scalable high-performance computing capabilities significantly accelerate simulations for various equipment, including pumps, fans, compressors, and turbines. Recent advancements in manufacturing techniques have enabled the development of more efficient turbine cooling channel geometries, which, while more intricate, promise enhanced performance and efficiency. In pursuit of precise results, a group of engineers from Purdue University opted for Ansys CFX to conduct their simulations. They executed critical calculations with minimal delay, allowing them to delve deeper into comparative analyses and run additional simulations, which ultimately led to a more thorough optimization of their product. This efficiency not only improved their workflow but also contributed to innovative solutions in turbine design.

Description

Openwind, created by UL Solutions, is an innovative software designed for wind farm design and optimization that plays a crucial role in every stage of a wind project's development, helping to devise ideal turbine arrangements that enhance energy output while reducing losses and managing development costs effectively for overall project efficiency. This software empowers users to strategically optimize turbine placements and layouts to drive down energy costs by taking into account various elements such as energy generation, operational and maintenance expenses, and the financial implications of turbine and plant development. Openwind features state-of-the-art wake models, such as the Deep Array Wake Model (DAWM), which effectively analyzes the dynamic interplay between turbines and the atmospheric boundary layer, enabling adjustments to wakes based on varying turbulence intensity and stability conditions. Additionally, the platform provides time-series energy capture analysis that offers granular insights into energy production patterns over time, ensuring comprehensive project evaluation and planning. By leveraging these advanced capabilities, Openwind supports users in making informed decisions that ultimately lead to more efficient and sustainable wind energy projects.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

OpenGL

Integrations

OpenGL

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

Ansys

Founded

1970

Country

United States

Website

www.ansys.com/products/fluids/ansys-cfx

Vendor Details

Company Name

UL Solutions

Founded

1894

Country

United States

Website

www.ul.com/software/openwind-wind-farm-modeling-and-layout-design-software

Product Features

CFD

Product Features

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