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Description
Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) serves as a free and open-source platform for the modeling and visualization of flows influenced by fire. This computational fluid dynamics code effectively solves a variant of the Navier–Stokes equations tailored for low-speed, thermally-driven airflow, focusing particularly on the transport of smoke and heat resulting from fires. Employing large-eddy simulation, it captures the intricacies of fire-plume dynamics and can be utilized in diverse scenarios, such as those involving wind, sprinklers, ventilation systems, and various materials that affect fire behavior. Users create scenarios by utilizing text-based input files, execute the calculations within FDS, and subsequently evaluate the output data. The simulator presents results from both FDS and CFAST simulations through advanced OpenGL-based 3D graphics, incorporating scientific visualization techniques that include animated representations of smoke and tracer particles, two- and three-dimensional shaded contours, iso-surfaces, temperature distributions, and flow vectors that display both direction and intensity. In addition to these features, FDS is continually updated to enhance user experience and functionality, making it a vital tool for researchers and safety professionals alike.
Description
Web3D refers to technologies that enable interactive three-dimensional graphics, virtual environments, and real-time visualizations within web applications. It allows users to explore and manipulate 3D content through compatible web browsers without installing specialized visualization software. Web3D development commonly uses technologies such as WebGL, WebGPU, WebXR, X3D, and JavaScript-based rendering libraries. These tools provide capabilities for rendering 3D models, applying textures, simulating lighting, creating animations, and responding to user interactions. Developers can incorporate Web3D into websites to create interactive product configurators, virtual showrooms, architectural walkthroughs, and educational simulations. The technology also supports browser-based games, scientific visualization, engineering applications, and digital representations of physical environments. WebXR extends compatible web experiences to virtual reality and augmented reality devices, enabling immersive interaction with three-dimensional content. Web3D applications can integrate with web services, databases, and other browser technologies to deliver dynamic and data-driven visualizations. Its browser-based architecture makes interactive 3D experiences accessible across a variety of devices and operating systems, subject to hardware and browser compatibility.
API Access
Has API
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API Access
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Integrations
FireFlow Studio for FDS
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OpenGL
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Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
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Free Version
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Free Trial
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Free Version
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Deployment
Web-Based
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On-Premises
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iPhone App
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Android App
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Windows
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Linux
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Chromebook
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Deployment
Web-Based
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On-Premises
Yes
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
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Live Rep (24/7)
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Online Support
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Customer Support
Business Hours
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Live Rep (24/7)
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Online Support
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Types of Training
Training Docs
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Webinars
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Live Training (Online)
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In Person
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Types of Training
Training Docs
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Webinars
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Live Training (Online)
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In Person
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Vendor Details
Company Name
NIST
Founded
1901
Country
United States
Website
pages.nist.gov/fds-smv/
Vendor Details
Company Name
Web3D
Website
www.web3d.org