FloEFD front-loading computational fluid dynamics tool now includes improved mesh handling, an enhanced transient solver, a robust EDA interface, and an interface to Abaqus Finite Element Analysis software for stress analysis. Offers capabilities for minimizing user time spent on meshing. Can automatically fill gaps of specified size. New equidistant refinement capability lets users build multilevel uniform meshes around body or surface of the model with one click. Mesh preview visualization tool helps users achieve desired mesh. Users can import geometric EDA data, including copper traces and vias. Interface supports Xpedition (CC or CCE), IDF and ODB++ PCB design data formats. Refractive index, depending on wavelength and temperature, offers higher accuracy of light and radiation analysis in case materials when complex spectral characteristics are used. Can visualize rays used for precise radiation modeling. Can export pressure and thermal loads to Abaqus. Calculation Manager displays projects currently running and those in the queue. Is available as standalone and/or CAD-embedded tool.

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