code_aster
An open-source finite element solver for structural mechanics, thermal analysis and dynamics simulation.
Open source (GPL-3.0)By EDF R&D
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About code_aster
code_aster is a general-purpose finite element solver developed by the R&D department of EDF for numerical simulation of structural mechanics, thermal analysis and dynamics. It has been in development for 37 years, with around one million lines of code and 4,600 verification test cases.
The source is published on GitLab and updated regularly, and the project holds an annual users meeting together with Salome-Meca, the graphical platform built around it. It suits engineers and researchers who need a validated, free FEA solver.
Strengths
- Large verification test suite
- Covers mechanics, thermal and dynamics analysis
- Free with published source
- Long development history at EDF
Limitations
- Steep learning curve for new users
- Solver only; pre- and post-processing usually done in Salome-Meca
Details
- Pricing
- FreeFree and open source.
- License
- GPL-3.0
- Developer
- EDF R&D
- Platforms
- Linux, Command line
- How it runs
- Downloadable app
- Account
- Not required
- Works offline
- Yes
- Best suited for
- Engineers and researchers running structural or thermomechanical finite element analysis
- Categories
- 3D and CAD
- Last verified
- Added
- Sources