Abaqus, developed by Dassault Systèmes, is a leading finite element analysis (FEA) suite that provides comprehensive solutions for realistic product simulation across various industries.
ABAQUS
The most powerful software for Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
With Abaqus, companies can predict and improve the performance, reliability, and safety of their products before physical manufacturing, reducing costs and accelerating time to market.
Key features of Abaqus
Wide range of nonlinear analysis procedures
Abaqus enables structural, dynamic, thermal, and heat transfer analyses, among others, covering a wide range of industrial applications.
Advanced material modeling
It offers capabilities to simulate metals, polymers, composite materials, concrete, and fracture mechanics, delivering accurate results under various conditions.
Robust general contact functionality
Robust general contact functionality
High-performance solver
Abaqus features efficient solvers that minimize simulation response time, optimizing computational resources and increasing productivity.
Benefits of simulating with Abaqus
Accurate prediction of product behavior
Abaqus enables companies to increase product reliability and reduce warranty costs by accurately predicting behavior under various conditions.
Reduction of costly physical testing
By performing detailed simulations, the need for physical testing is significantly reduced, saving time and resources.
Acceleration of the design process
The fast response of Abaqus allows simulation to influence decisions early in the design process, eliminating costly redesigns and accelerating product development.
Standardization of engineering processes
By using a single comprehensive tool for structural simulation, engineering productivity is increased, and collaboration among teams is facilitated.
ABAQUS in 3DEXPERIENCE
Abaqus integrated into the 3DEXPERIENCE platform offers multiple benefits that optimize the simulation process:
Access to cloud computing power
The 3DEXPERIENCE Cloud platform provides on-demand access to computational resources, enabling the execution of complex simulations without the need for costly hardware investments.
Collaboration and data management
It facilitates real-time collaboration among teams, with secure storage of models and simulation results accessible from anywhere, improving efficiency and reducing development time.
Scalability and flexibility
It offers flexible licensing options, adapting to the specific needs of each project, whether through token-based licenses for sustained use or credit-based options for occasional demands.
Integration with design tools
It maintains continuity with data and workflows from SOLIDWORKS, CATIA, and other CAD tools, ensuring a seamless connection between design and simulation while reducing investment in hardware and IT infrastructure.
These advantages make Abaqus in 3DEXPERIENCE a robust and efficient solution to meet today’s engineering simulation demands.
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