nTop
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VisitnTop vs OpenMDAO
What both publish
| Fact | nTop | OpenMDAO |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2015 | 2007 |
| Purpose | nTop is an engineering design platform for generating parametric geometry and exploring many design variants. | OpenMDAO is an open-source Python framework for systems analysis and multidisciplinary optimization. |
nTop plans
- nTop EducationFree
- Commercial nTop licensePriced on request
OpenMDAO plans
- OpenMDAOFree
Pick nTop if…
nTop may suit engineering teams that need parametric geometry, design variant exploration, and simulation workflows. Students, educators, and academic researchers can apply for its free non-commercial education version.
Pick OpenMDAO if…
It suits engineers and researchers working on systems analysis, multidisciplinary optimization, and design spaces with many variables. Its documented applications include cubesat design and mission planning, wind turbine design, and unconventional aircraft concepts.