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Description

PFC, which stands for Particle Flow Code, is a versatile distinct-element modeling tool offered in both two-dimensional and three-dimensional versions, known as PFC2D and PFC3D. This framework is engineered to replicate synthetic granular and solid materials by treating them as assemblies composed of rigid particles of varying sizes, which can include shapes like disks, spheres, and various forms of polyhedra. Its design affords an effective and adaptable approach to simulating the dynamics, interactions, fragmentation, flow, deformation, and failure of particle systems in fields such as geomechanics, mining, civil engineering, materials processing, and industrial design. Notably, PFC excels in scenarios where material behavior is dictated by interactions at the particle level, such as contact mechanics, bonding, friction, rearrangement, fracture, and flow, rather than relying on a continuous material mesh. Users have the capability to model bonded materials, including types like rock, concrete, or cemented soil, as well as unbound granular substances such as sand, gravel, ballast, ore, powders, and small grains. This broad applicability makes PFC an invaluable resource for researchers and engineers working with complex material behaviors.

Description

Get everything required to energize your IoT solution, spanning from the device to the cloud. Designed for immediate deployment, our modules cater to your specific needs, whether in a factory setting or on the move. They come pre-certified and are integrated with management tools to facilitate development. Avoid the hassle of creating your own network stack, as Particle offers Wi-Fi connectivity and LTE cellular service across more than 150 countries through a robust carrier network. Regardless of your application, the Particle IoT Command Center equips you with all necessary features and integrations to manage and expand your devices effectively. Every communication sent via Particle is encrypted for maximum security, as plaintext is strictly prohibited. Our rigorous security protocols and secure infrastructure guarantee that both your devices and data stay protected. Each unit is assigned a unique private key, preventing unauthorized hardware from infiltrating your fleet. This layered approach to security ensures that your IoT ecosystem remains robust and trustworthy.

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API Access

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Integrations

COMBO Network No 
Claris Connect No 
Datacake No 
InfluxDB No 
Keen No 
MetaStreet No 
Stackreaction No 
Telegraf No 

Integrations

COMBO Network Yes 
Claris Connect Yes 
Datacake Yes 
InfluxDB Yes 
Keen Yes 
MetaStreet Yes 
Stackreaction Yes 
Telegraf Yes 

Pricing Details

$9,588 one-time payment
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs No 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

ITASCA Consulting

Founded

1981

Country

United States

Website

www.itascacg.com/software/pfc

Vendor Details

Company Name

Particle Industries

Founded

2012

Country

United States

Website

www.particle.io

Product Features

Industrial IoT

Condition Monitoring No 
Data Visualization No 
Factory Data Analytics No 
Machine Learning No 
Machine Workflow Creation No 
Predictive Maintenance No 
Production Line / Factory Insights No 
Real-Time Monitoring No 
Reporting / Analytics No 
Smart Alerts / Notifications No 

IoT

Application Development No 
Big Data Analytics No 
Configuration Management No 
Connectivity Management No 
Data Collection No 
Data Management No 
Device Management No 
Performance Management No 
Prototyping No 
Visualization No 

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