Simulate design with Simcenter FLOEFD
Democratize the use of CFD analysis in the design process
Simplify the CFD analysis process with
Simcenter FLOEFD
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Integrate with CAD
Simcenter FLOEFD embeds into leading CAD platforms. Perform simulations directly on CAD models, leveraging the native design environment and without the need for data translation or separate CFD software.
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Setup models
Utilize smart meshing that automatically generates a mesh around CAD geometry. Define physical conditions such as material properties, heat sources, fluid properties and environmental conditions directly within the software interface.
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Simulate phenomena
The FLOEFD solver computes the fluid flow, heat transfer and associated phenomena based on the defined conditions. Run parametric studies directly from the CAD model.
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Visualize and analyze
Simcenter FLOEFD provides detailed visualization tools that allow users to view results in various formats such as contour plots, vector plots and iso-surfaces. Generate comprehensive reports that document the simulation inputs, results and conclusions.
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Optimize and iterate
With the data obtained from simulations, engineers can iterate designs quickly. The close integration with CAD means that changes to the model geometry can be made easily, and simulations can be rerun immediately to see the effects of changes—facilitating rapid design optimization.
Accelerate your time to market
Make CFD accessible
Simcenter FLOEFD stands out for its robust set of features that integrate directly into CAD software, making advanced computational fluid dynamics (CFD) accessible to designers and engineers.
Increase accuracy with advanced meshing
An automatic meshing function adjusts the mesh granularity based on the flow and thermal conditions predicted in the model. This adaptive meshing saves time and enhances the accuracy of simulations.
Setup parametric variations with ease
Enable users to easily setup and compute multiple design scenarios by varying parameters directly within the CAD model, facilitating design optimization and decision-making.
Solve complex challenges
The built-in solver efficiently handles complex simulations involving incompressible and compressible flows, heat transfer, radiation and rotating machinery—among others.
Model complex electronics with Smart Die and Smart PCB
Smart Die efficiently models hundreds or thousands of power sources on a packaged semiconductor die, catching leakage-driven hotspots that uniform die models miss. Smart PCB’s new FEM mesh-based thermal analysis reduces memory usage and speeds up modeling of high-density, multi-layer boards with complex copper routing.
Access comprehensive insights
Simcenter FLOEFD simulates a wide array of physical processes, including conjugate heat transfer, porous media, real gasses and humidity, providing comprehensive insights into product behaviors under various conditions.
Increase workflow collaboration
Enhance team collaboration by allowing easy sharing of models and results, improving communication and efficiency across different stages of product development.
Shorten time to market with Simcenter FLOEFD
Perform unparalleled CFD analysis
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CAD systems integrations
Simcenter FLOEFD integrates with Siemens NX, Solid Edge, PTC Creo and CATIA V5, and is also available as a standalone application or embedded within Simcenter 3D.
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Automated EDA-to-thermal workflows
Headless EDA Bridge operation, combined with FLOEFD’s API, enables fully automated import and processing of EDA data for PCB thermal analysis, supporting cross-domain thermal optimization workflows that link simulation directly to ECAD/MCAD design flows.
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Parallel processing
FLOEFD supports the use of multiple cores for simulation, enhancing processing speeds and allowing more efficient handling of complex simulations.
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Graphics processing
A robust GPU enhances visualization and post-processing to improve the interactive analysis of simulation results.
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LED thermal simulation
Easily simulate and analyze the thermal behavior of LED (light-emitting eiode) components and systems. Determine and measure heat management, product reliability and lifetime.
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Cluster support
For extensive simulations, FLOEFD can utilize distributed computing resources to perform calculations over networks or clusters, significantly speeding up large-scale simulation tasks.
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Handle large models
Simcenter FLOEFD is optimized for performance and can handle large models and complex simulations—quickly and accurately, even on standard hardware.
Client success is our success
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It’s time to unleash your potential
Simcenter FLOEFD FAQ
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What is Simcenter FLOEFD used for?
FLOEFD is CAD-embedded CFD software. It runs simulations directly inside your CAD model, so engineers of any CFD experience level can evaluate fluid flow, heat transfer, and related physics early in the design process, without translating geometry into separate CFD software.
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Which CAD systems does FLOEFD work with?
FLOEFD embeds directly into Siemens NX, Solid Edge, PTC Creo, and CATIA V5. It's also available as a standalone application and embedded within Simcenter 3D.
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Does FLOEFD include AI capabilities?
FLOEFD doesn't have a dedicated AI feature of its own, but with the June 2026 Simcenter release, former Altair products joined the Simcenter family, connecting FLOEFD to a broader set of AI and data science capabilities across the portfolio.
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What are the licensing options for FLOEFD?
FLOEFD licensing depends on which CAD platform you're standardized on and whether you need the standalone or Simcenter 3D-embedded version. Applied CAx will work with you to scope the right configuration and provide a detailed quote.