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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nInsightCAE \u2013 Examples<\/a><\/h2>\n\nTutorials<\/p>
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nOur Services<\/a><\/h2>\n\nInsightCAE We implement automated calculation workflows according to your wishes and specifications. We can easily provide and maintain these as add-on modules for InsightCAE. Here are some examples of apps we have developed for our customers:<\/p>
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nInsightCAE \u2013 Documentation<\/a><\/h2>\n\nThe documentation is here: InsightCAE Manual. The sources of the LaTeX document can be found on Github: InsightCAE Manual (PDF). Installation The installation is described in the InsightCAE Manual in the section \u201cObtaining InsightCAE.\u201d.<\/p>
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nInsightCAE \u2013 The Idea<\/a><\/h2>\n\nTo use open-source software productively and efficiently for daily tasks, the automation framework InsightCAE by silentdynamics is provided. InsightCAE serves as a framework for the automated execution of analysis procedures. The goal is to provide interfaces to all tools and simulation programs required for a specific calculation task. Our additional service: individual open-source projects.<\/p>
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nInsightCAE Case Builder for Thermal Simulations<\/a><\/h2>\n\nPreparation and case setup for thermal simulation with open-source software such as OpenFOAM, Elmer, etc. Our software InsightCAE enables fast and automated pre- and post-processing for robust heat spread simulation. Installation of InsightCAE software including OpenFOAM on Windows and Linux machines, implementation of software add-ons, provision of computing resources (HPC), and support ensure fast and reliable<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\nMaritime Hydrodynamics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n- \n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nVirtual Towing Tank - Calculate Ship Resistance Digitally<\/a><\/h2>\n\nTraditional towing tests in physical model basins are costly and time-consuming. Our virtual towing tank, based on InsightCAE and OpenFOAM, enables precise ship resistance simulations \u2013 faster, more cost-effective, and fully reproducible. And the best part: you don't have to deal with the simulation software yourself \u2013 we can perform the simulations entirely on your behalf if you wish. What is a virtual<\/p>
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBehavior in the Open Sea: Methods, Tools, and Key Performance Indicators<\/a><\/h2>\n\nSeakeeping analysis is a central element of ship design and forms the basis for evaluating the behavior of ships and floating structures in real sea conditions. It provides crucial information for safety assessment and operational planning. What is seakeeping analysis and why is it important? Seakeeping refers to the dynamic forces generated by wind, waves, and currents, to which<\/p>
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nHigh Speed Planing Craft<\/a><\/h2>\n\nVOF Simulation of High-Speed Planing Craft: Challenges and Solutions Numerical fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation of high-speed marine vessels\u2014especially planing craft and planing yachts\u2014poses significant challenges even for experienced engineering firms. The widely used Volume-of-Fluid (VOF) method, in particular, exhibits specific numerical weaknesses at high Froude numbers and planing speeds, which can lead to unreliable or even unusable simulation results without targeted countermeasures. We have developed specialized methods<\/p>
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nShip resistance<\/a><\/h2>\n\nShip Resistance Calculation with Open-Source CFD: The InsightCAE Framework Hydrodynamic optimization of ships is one of the central challenges in modern shipbuilding. Low ship resistance reduces fuel consumption, lowers CO\u2082 emissions, and improves the overall operational economy. At the same time, the precise calculation of ship resistance traditionally requires deep expert knowledge in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) as well as costly commercial software licenses. With<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\nTurbomachinery and Propellers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n- \n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nCFD Analysis and Design of Turbomachinery with Open-Source Software<\/a><\/h2>\n\nTurbomachinery \u2013 from centrifugal pumps and compressors to turbines and fans \u2013 is the backbone of modern industrial and energy facilities. Their design and optimization require a deep understanding of fluid mechanics and precise numerical tools. We combine both: sound engineering expertise with state-of-the-art CFD technology based on completely free software. Performance analysis and design of turbomachinery with CFD We perform fundamental<\/p>
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFluid-Structure Coupling for Composite Propellers: CFD with OpenFOAM and Code_Aster<\/a><\/h2>\n\nModern composite ship and flow propellers offer significant advantages over traditional metal propellers \u2013 lower weight, improved cavitation characteristics, and the possibility of passive pitch adjustment through targeted anisotropy. However, their flexibility presents particular challenges for design: the aerodynamic or hydrodynamic performance can only be correctly assessed if the structural deformation under operating load is included in the simulation.<\/p>
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nCavitation Simulation in Turbomachinery: CFD Prediction with OpenFOAM<\/a><\/h2>\n\nCavitation is one of the most critical and costly phenomena in turbomachinery with fluid flow. It limits the operating range, reduces efficiency, causes noise and vibrations \u2013 and in the worst case, can lead to irreversible material damage within a short time. CFD-based cavitation simulation is currently the most reliable tool for effectively addressing this phenomenon as early as the design phase.<\/p>
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nPropulsion Analysis and Thrust Performance Prediction with Open-Source Software<\/a><\/h2>\n\nAfter determining a propeller open water curve with CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) or another calculation method, further analysis \u2013 in particular, a propulsion analysis \u2013 is required to reliably predict the propulsive power for a specific ship. We have developed specialized analysis software solutions that enable seamless integration into the ship design process, relying exclusively on open-source software. From the<\/p>
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nInsightCAE Case Builder for Thermal Simulations<\/a><\/h2>\n\nPreparation and case setup for thermal simulation with open-source software such as OpenFOAM, Elmer, etc. Our software InsightCAE enables fast and automated pre- and post-processing for robust heat spread simulation. Installation of InsightCAE software including OpenFOAM on Windows and Linux machines, implementation of software add-ons, provision of computing resources (HPC), and support ensure fast and reliable<\/p>
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nWater bodies as energy reservoirs - heat pumps, cooling water, and thermal simulation<\/a><\/h2>\n\nNatural bodies of water offer enormous potential as an energy reservoir for modern heat pump systems. The targeted use of surface waters, lakes, and rivers for heat extraction and discharge opens up sustainable alternatives to conventional heating solutions \u2013 however, it requires precise hydraulic and thermal planning to meet ecological and regulatory requirements. Discharging cooling water from a heat pump into a body of water For heat pump systems that use natural water<\/p>
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nCFD Simulation of Airbag Gas Generators \u2013 Compressible Flows and Shock Waves<\/a><\/h2>\n\nThe gas generator is the safety-critical core of every airbag system. Within milliseconds, it must supply a defined amount of gas at precisely controlled pressure and temperature \u2013 reliably, reproducibly, and under extreme conditions. The fluid dynamics processes involved \u2013 compression shocks, expansion waves, heat transfer, and real gas behavior \u2013 are highly dynamic and hardly fully measurable. Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) is<\/p>
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nCFD Simulation of Solar Collectors \u2013 Thermal Design and Flow Optimization<\/a><\/h2>\n\nThe efficiency of a solar collector depends on a variety of interacting physical influences \u2013 solar radiation, ambient temperature, wind speed, collector geometry, flow guidance, and heat transfer to the carrier medium. A purely experimental design is costly and time-consuming and only provides punctual insights. In contrast, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation enables a complete, spatially resolved analysis of the thermal and fluid mechanical behavior \u2013<\/p>
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBuilding Climate Control \u2013 Simulation of Temperature Distribution and Air Circulation<\/a><\/h2>\n\nNumerical simulation of temperature distribution and climate control enables precise, data-driven planning of rooms and halls \u2013 even before the first shovel hits the ground or the next renovation. Using modern CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) methods, thermal weak points can be identified early and remedied effectively. What can thermal building simulation achieve? Our simulation solutions cover the entire spectrum of thermal and<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li>- \n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nSimulation of inductive heating \u2013 Elmer and OpenFOAM<\/a><\/h2>\n\nInductive heating is an established and highly efficient process in modern manufacturing and process engineering. Whether for hardening, brazing, shrinking, or targeted heat treatment \u2013 the contactless, fast, and locally precise application of heat makes induction heating the method of choice in numerous industries. However, the underlying physical interactions between the electromagnetic field, induced current, and resulting heat distribution are complex.<\/p>
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InsightCAE \u2013 Examples<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
Tutorials<\/p>
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\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nOur Services<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
InsightCAE We implement automated calculation workflows according to your wishes and specifications. We can easily provide and maintain these as add-on modules for InsightCAE. Here are some examples of apps we have developed for our customers:<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li>
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\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nInsightCAE \u2013 Documentation<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
The documentation is here: InsightCAE Manual. The sources of the LaTeX document can be found on Github: InsightCAE Manual (PDF). Installation The installation is described in the InsightCAE Manual in the section \u201cObtaining InsightCAE.\u201d.<\/p>
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\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nInsightCAE \u2013 The Idea<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
To use open-source software productively and efficiently for daily tasks, the automation framework InsightCAE by silentdynamics is provided. InsightCAE serves as a framework for the automated execution of analysis procedures. The goal is to provide interfaces to all tools and simulation programs required for a specific calculation task. Our additional service: individual open-source projects.<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li>
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\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nInsightCAE Case Builder for Thermal Simulations<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
Preparation and case setup for thermal simulation with open-source software such as OpenFOAM, Elmer, etc. Our software InsightCAE enables fast and automated pre- and post-processing for robust heat spread simulation. Installation of InsightCAE software including OpenFOAM on Windows and Linux machines, implementation of software add-ons, provision of computing resources (HPC), and support ensure fast and reliable<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Maritime Hydrodynamics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Virtual Towing Tank - Calculate Ship Resistance Digitally<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
Traditional towing tests in physical model basins are costly and time-consuming. Our virtual towing tank, based on InsightCAE and OpenFOAM, enables precise ship resistance simulations \u2013 faster, more cost-effective, and fully reproducible. And the best part: you don't have to deal with the simulation software yourself \u2013 we can perform the simulations entirely on your behalf if you wish. What is a virtual<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li>
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\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBehavior in the Open Sea: Methods, Tools, and Key Performance Indicators<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
Seakeeping analysis is a central element of ship design and forms the basis for evaluating the behavior of ships and floating structures in real sea conditions. It provides crucial information for safety assessment and operational planning. What is seakeeping analysis and why is it important? Seakeeping refers to the dynamic forces generated by wind, waves, and currents, to which<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li>
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\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nHigh Speed Planing Craft<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
VOF Simulation of High-Speed Planing Craft: Challenges and Solutions Numerical fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation of high-speed marine vessels\u2014especially planing craft and planing yachts\u2014poses significant challenges even for experienced engineering firms. The widely used Volume-of-Fluid (VOF) method, in particular, exhibits specific numerical weaknesses at high Froude numbers and planing speeds, which can lead to unreliable or even unusable simulation results without targeted countermeasures. We have developed specialized methods<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li>
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\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nShip resistance<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
Ship Resistance Calculation with Open-Source CFD: The InsightCAE Framework Hydrodynamic optimization of ships is one of the central challenges in modern shipbuilding. Low ship resistance reduces fuel consumption, lowers CO\u2082 emissions, and improves the overall operational economy. At the same time, the precise calculation of ship resistance traditionally requires deep expert knowledge in Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) as well as costly commercial software licenses. With<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Turbomachinery and Propellers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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CFD Analysis and Design of Turbomachinery with Open-Source Software<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
Turbomachinery \u2013 from centrifugal pumps and compressors to turbines and fans \u2013 is the backbone of modern industrial and energy facilities. Their design and optimization require a deep understanding of fluid mechanics and precise numerical tools. We combine both: sound engineering expertise with state-of-the-art CFD technology based on completely free software. Performance analysis and design of turbomachinery with CFD We perform fundamental<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li>
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\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nFluid-Structure Coupling for Composite Propellers: CFD with OpenFOAM and Code_Aster<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
Modern composite ship and flow propellers offer significant advantages over traditional metal propellers \u2013 lower weight, improved cavitation characteristics, and the possibility of passive pitch adjustment through targeted anisotropy. However, their flexibility presents particular challenges for design: the aerodynamic or hydrodynamic performance can only be correctly assessed if the structural deformation under operating load is included in the simulation.<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li>
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\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nCavitation Simulation in Turbomachinery: CFD Prediction with OpenFOAM<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
Cavitation is one of the most critical and costly phenomena in turbomachinery with fluid flow. It limits the operating range, reduces efficiency, causes noise and vibrations \u2013 and in the worst case, can lead to irreversible material damage within a short time. CFD-based cavitation simulation is currently the most reliable tool for effectively addressing this phenomenon as early as the design phase.<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li>
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\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nPropulsion Analysis and Thrust Performance Prediction with Open-Source Software<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
After determining a propeller open water curve with CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) or another calculation method, further analysis \u2013 in particular, a propulsion analysis \u2013 is required to reliably predict the propulsive power for a specific ship. We have developed specialized analysis software solutions that enable seamless integration into the ship design process, relying exclusively on open-source software. From the<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n
Thermodynamics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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InsightCAE Case Builder for Thermal Simulations<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
Preparation and case setup for thermal simulation with open-source software such as OpenFOAM, Elmer, etc. Our software InsightCAE enables fast and automated pre- and post-processing for robust heat spread simulation. Installation of InsightCAE software including OpenFOAM on Windows and Linux machines, implementation of software add-ons, provision of computing resources (HPC), and support ensure fast and reliable<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li>
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\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nWater bodies as energy reservoirs - heat pumps, cooling water, and thermal simulation<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
Natural bodies of water offer enormous potential as an energy reservoir for modern heat pump systems. The targeted use of surface waters, lakes, and rivers for heat extraction and discharge opens up sustainable alternatives to conventional heating solutions \u2013 however, it requires precise hydraulic and thermal planning to meet ecological and regulatory requirements. Discharging cooling water from a heat pump into a body of water For heat pump systems that use natural water<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li>
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\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nCFD Simulation of Airbag Gas Generators \u2013 Compressible Flows and Shock Waves<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
The gas generator is the safety-critical core of every airbag system. Within milliseconds, it must supply a defined amount of gas at precisely controlled pressure and temperature \u2013 reliably, reproducibly, and under extreme conditions. The fluid dynamics processes involved \u2013 compression shocks, expansion waves, heat transfer, and real gas behavior \u2013 are highly dynamic and hardly fully measurable. Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) is<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li>
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\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nCFD Simulation of Solar Collectors \u2013 Thermal Design and Flow Optimization<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
The efficiency of a solar collector depends on a variety of interacting physical influences \u2013 solar radiation, ambient temperature, wind speed, collector geometry, flow guidance, and heat transfer to the carrier medium. A purely experimental design is costly and time-consuming and only provides punctual insights. In contrast, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation enables a complete, spatially resolved analysis of the thermal and fluid mechanical behavior \u2013<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li>
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\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nBuilding Climate Control \u2013 Simulation of Temperature Distribution and Air Circulation<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
Numerical simulation of temperature distribution and climate control enables precise, data-driven planning of rooms and halls \u2013 even before the first shovel hits the ground or the next renovation. Using modern CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) methods, thermal weak points can be identified early and remedied effectively. What can thermal building simulation achieve? Our simulation solutions cover the entire spectrum of thermal and<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li>
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\n<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nSimulation of inductive heating \u2013 Elmer and OpenFOAM<\/a><\/h2>\n\n
Inductive heating is an established and highly efficient process in modern manufacturing and process engineering. Whether for hardening, brazing, shrinking, or targeted heat treatment \u2013 the contactless, fast, and locally precise application of heat makes induction heating the method of choice in numerous industries. However, the underlying physical interactions between the electromagnetic field, induced current, and resulting heat distribution are complex.<\/p>
Read more\u2026<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li>
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