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TopOpt is a collection of topology optimization apps and code from a joint research effort between DTU Mechanical Engineering and DTU Compute.
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nTop
nTop is an engineering design platform for generating parametric geometry and exploring design variations.
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Dakota
Dakota provides software for optimization and uncertainty quantification using computational models.
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OrCAD X is an electronic design automation platform for schematic capture, PCB layout, and circuit simulation, aimed at small and medium-sized…
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Ansys optiSLang automates simulation workflows and links them to optimization methods for parametric design studies.
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OpenLSTO
OpenLSTO is free, open-source C++ software for level set based structural topology optimization.
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OpenMDAO
OpenMDAO is a free, open-source Python framework for systems analysis and multidisciplinary optimization.
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Z88Arion
Z88Arion is a graphical program for topology optimization based on the Z88 finite-element analysis software.
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ARL Topologies
ARL Topologies is a free, self-hosted topology optimization program intended for research and general use.
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CAESES
CAESES is a parametric engineering platform for simulation-driven design, geometry variation, and shape optimization.
LinuxSelf-hostedWindows5.7 - 13
Plato
Plato is a Linux command-line platform for topology optimization, helping designers develop designs that meet functional requirements.
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OpenPISCO
OpenPISCO is a free, open-source platform for developing topology optimization methods using level sets.
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FEniTop
FEniTop is open-source software for topology optimization built on FEniCSx.
LinuxSelf-hostedWindows5.4 - 16
FreeTO
FreeTO is open-source MATLAB code for setting up, optimizing, and post-processing free-form 3D topology optimization problems.
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modeFRONTIER
modeFRONTIER automates engineering simulation workflows and supports design optimization by bringing third-party CAD/CAE tools and in-house…
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SmartDO
SmartDO is an engineering design optimization platform for multidisciplinary and multiphysics simulation.
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Ansys Discovery
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