Ansys Fluent
The Industry-Leading Fluid Simulation Software.
Overview
Ansys Fluent is a powerful computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software tool used by engineers to simulate fluid flow, heat and mass transfer, chemical reactions, and more. It provides a wide range of physical models and capabilities, allowing for accurate predictions of real-world performance. In the AEC industry, it is used for applications such as wind loading on buildings, HVAC system performance, smoke and fire simulation, and analysis of pedestrian comfort.
✨ Key Features
- Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
- Advanced physics modeling (turbulence, multiphase flow, heat transfer)
- High-Performance Computing (HPC) support
- Intuitive user interface and workflow
- Meshing technology
- Post-processing and visualization
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Industry-leading solver accuracy and robustness
- Comprehensive range of validated physics models
- Strong integration with other Ansys physics solvers
Unique Value: Provides engineers with a powerful and reliable tool to gain deep insight into fluid dynamics phenomena, enabling the design of better and more efficient products and systems.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Simulating wind pressures on a high-rise building to inform structural design.
- Analyzing airflow and temperature distribution in a large atrium to optimize the HVAC system.
- Modeling smoke propagation in a tunnel or building for safety analysis.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- General structural analysis
- BIM authoring
- Construction documentation
🏆 Alternatives
Fluent is widely regarded as the gold standard for CFD, with a reputation for accuracy and a breadth of physics models that is unmatched by many competitors.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (All paid tiers tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
Free tier: Student and academic versions have mesh size limits.
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