3DEXPERIENCE Works Simulation Overview
3DEXPERIENCE Works Simulation is a portfolio of connected, powerful and collaborative simulation solutions on the cloud-based 3DEXPERIENCE® platform. It empowers you to accelerate design innovation by solving engineering challenges for your SOLIDWORKS® 3D designs with full data associativity.
Cloud-based simulation software
You can perform any structural analysis tasks with confidence, from the simplest linear static analysis to the most complex nonlinear drop test and impact analyses, by leveraging the built-in market-proven Abaqus solver technology.
The intuitive, interactive 3DEXPERIENCE platform enables your teams to share and visualize 3D simulation results and collaborate in real time from anywhere with a web browser. You can also easily create and assign tasks and manage multiple projects to speed up project delivery.
Combined with SOLIDWORKS Simulation, 3DEXPERIENCE Works Simulation Roles deliver a unique, easy and integrated workflow to solve more advanced problems while allowing customers to reuse their SOLIDWORKS geometry, loads, restraints and materials.
You can run simulations on both your local machine or in the cloud. Leverage the growing suite of apps available on the platform aiming to help you with all facets of creating innovative, successful products.
Overview
3DEXPERIENCE Works Simulation
3DEXPERIENCE Works Simulation Capabilities
Flexible design workflows and real-time collaboration
Industry-leading Abaqus technology
Built on industry-leading Abaqus technology, 3DEXPERIENCE Works Simulation gives novices and experts alike the power to perform complex linear and non-linear analyses to validate product designs and make better-informed product decisions faster.
Being part of the cloud-based 3DEXPERIENCE Works portfolio means any engineer can easily access advanced simulation without the need for expensive hardware. An added benefit is faster product delivery, thanks to real-time collaboration and data sharing capabilities.
Powerful Simulation
Easy to use, comprehensive capabilities solve everything from a simple linear analysis of single components to complete simulations of full assemblies with contact and non-linearities
- Built-in Abaqus technology for linear, nonlinear, static, quasi-static, dynamic, linear and non-linear materials, sliding contact interactions, large deformations, large strain validation.
- Material calibration for accurate material behavior modeling
- Create high quality meshes and solve complex simulations such as drop test and impact
Leverage the Power of your Network with Collaboration Tools
Collaborative Industry Innovator provides engineering teams with essential capabilities for real-time, secure and structured collaboration, and lifecycle management of product data:
- Share status and results with your team to make design decisions faster
- Access and visualize 3D simulation results from anywhere with a web browser
- Save, manage and iterate on your projects from any browser
Integrated analysis tools
From structural analysis and computational fluid dynamics to injection molding simulation and advanced, cloud-enabled capabilities powered by Abaqus, SOLIDWORKS® and 3DEXPERIENCE® Works Simulation provide integrated analysis tools for every designer, engineer, and analyst.
Being part of the 3DEXPERIENCE Works portfolio means 3DEXPERIENCE Works Simulation provides flexibility for you to choose the simulation capabilities that best fit your needs when you need them.
3DEXPERIENCE Works Simulation Roles
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3DEXPERIENCE Works Simulation Packages
Limited time discounts available on the following Abaqus packages
Simulation Designer
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
SOFTWARE ROLE
Structural Engineer
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
SOFTWARE ROLE
Simulation Collaborator
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
LEARN
Learning experience for 3DEXPERIENCE Works
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
PLUS
Platform Extended Storage
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
OFFER SAVING
44% Discount Available
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
Simulation Engineer
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
SOFTWARE ROLE
Structural Performance Engineer
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
SOFTWARE ROLE
Simulation Collaborator
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
LEARN
Learning experience for 3DEXPERIENCE Works
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
PLUS
Platform Extended Storage
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
OFFER SAVING
47% Discount Available
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
Simulation Analyst
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
SOFTWARE ROLE
Durability & Mechanics Engineer
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
SOFTWARE ROLE
Simulation Collaborator
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
LEARN
Learning experience for 3DEXPERIENCE Works
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
PLUS
Platform Extended Storage
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
OFFER SAVING
45% Discount Available
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
Simulation Multiphysics
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
SOFTWARE ROLE
Fluid Dynamics Engineer
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
SOFTWARE ROLE
Durability & Mechanics Engineer
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
SOFTWARE ROLE
Simulation Collaborator
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
LEARN
Learning experience for 3DEXPERIENCE Works
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
PLUS
Platform Extended Storage
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
OFFER SAVING
52% Discount Available
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS Standard
Connected Desktop 3D CAD
Simulation Matrix
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| Key Capabilities | SOLIDWORKS Simulation Standard | SOLIDWORKS Simulation Professional | SOLIDWORKS Simulation Premium | Structural Designer (SRD) | Structural Engineer (SLL) | Structural Performance Engineer (SFO) | Structural Mechanics Engineer (SSU) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GENERAL | |||||||
| Prerequisites | SOLIDWORKS | SOLIDWORKS | SOLIDWORKS | IFW, CSV | IFW, CSV | IFW, CSV | IFW, CSV |
| CAD Integration Intuitive handling in the familiar CAD-UI for early design decisions | ● | ● | ● | IFW, CSV | IFW, CSV | IFW, CSV | IFW, CSV |
| CAD Associativity Enable efficient what-if scenarios that update your simulation model for any CAD change made | With UES | With UES | With UES | With UES | |||
| Collaboration Collaborate in real time, exchange ideas, and manage tasks across disciplines on the cloud | ● | ● | ● | ● | |||
| SOLVER & TECHNOLOGY | |||||||
| COSMOS Solver The 'SOLIDWORKS Simulation solver' includeng mainstream functionalities (e.g. basic contact) | ● | ● | ● | ||||
| Abaqus Solver Market-leading structural simulation solver technology | ● | ● | ● | ● | |||
| Abaqus General Contact Automatically set uup component contact deploying market-leading contact algorithms | ● | ● | ● | ● | |||
| Sequential Multi-Step Simulations Set up automatic sequential loading in one simulation | (bolt preload only) | (bolt preload only) | (bolt preload only) | ● | ● | ||
| ANALYSIS TYPES | |||||||
| Linear Analysis Linear static analysis of assemblies | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Extended Linear Analysis Thermal, frequency, and buckling studies | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | |
| Advanced Linear Analysis Run modal transient and model harmonic studies | ● | ● | ● | ● | |||
| Nonliner Analysis Run nonlinear static, thermal (transient), visco/creep studies and axisymmetric idealization of 3D models | (limited) | ● | ● | ||||
| Advanced Nonlinear Analysis Study explicit dynamic, post-buckling, random vibration, complex frequencies (with possible preloading effects), piezoelectric response, and unstable collapse of nonlinear structures | ● | ||||||
| Design Exploration / DOE Find the best design based on performance | ● | ● | (limited) | (limited) | ● | ||
| Topology Optimization Find optimial designs while minimizing mass | ● | ● | With Separate Role | With Separate Role | With Separate Role | With Separate Role | |
| Fatigue Analysis Run realistic fatigue loading defined by any number of structural events from elastic or elastic-plastic structural analysis, miltiple load events can be used to replicate entire test schedules, including manufacturing effects | (basic high cycle metal fatigue) | (basic high cycle metal fatigue) | (basic high cycle metal fatigue) | With FGP | With FGM | ||
| MODELING & MESHING | |||||||
| Geometry Preparation & Simplification Remove undesired geometry (holes, fillets, logos), extract mid-surface | ● | ● | ● | With UES | With UES | With UES | ● |
| Connections Define connectors / coupling / virutal bolts/ ... between components in an assembly | (most common) | (most common) | (most common) | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| Comprehensive Meshing Capabilities Create high-quality meshes for solids, shells, and beams | (most common) | (most common) | (most common) | (limited) | ● | ● | ● |
| MATERIALS | |||||||
| Nonlinear Materal Models Hyper-elasticity, platic or permanent deformation, creep deformation, viscoelasticity, material failure and more | (most common) | ● | ● | ||||
| Material Calibration Use test data to calibrate model behavio | (limited) | ● | |||||
| Material Library | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● | ● |
| COMPUTATION | |||||||
| Local Computing Run simulations no your local computer | ● | ● | ● | 4 cores FOR FREE | 4 cores FOR FREE | 8 cores FOR FREE | 8 cores FOR FREE |
| Cloud Computing Run simulations in the cloud | 4 cores FOR FREE | 4 cores FOR FREE | 8 cores FOR FREE | 8 cores FOR FREE | |||
| High Performance Computing (HPC) Expand the computing capacity of your local computer and on the cloud up to 144 cores | ● | ● | ● | ● |
UES - Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS (connectors to other CAD software available). SOLIDWORKS CAD required.
FGP - Durability Performance Engineer = SFO plus fatigue capabilities (database of factigue materials with high-quality stress- and strain-based data for over 350 common materials)
FGM - Durability and Machanics Engineer = SSU plus fatigue capabilities
(database of factigue materials with high-quality stress- and strain-based data for over 350 common materials)
*requires one of the following:
SRU - SimUnit tokens
SUN-1K - SimUnit 1K credits
3DEXPERIENCE Works Simulation Features
An integrated workflow with SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD extending the simulation power
Structural Simulation
Structural Simulation solutions available to SOLIDWORKS users provide a comprehensive set of structural analysis capabilities to guide design decisions and improve product performance and quality
- CAD-embedded structural analysis solutions using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to predict real-life performance
- Easy to use, comprehensive capabilities solve everything from a simple linear analysis of single components to complete simulations of full assemblies with contact and non-linearities
- Cloud-enabled solutions deliver access to powerful, proven, and scalable Abaqus technology from SIMULIA
- Understand product performance early in the design process to innovate more and avoid rework
Computational Fluid Dynamics
Perform fluid flow and heat transfer simulation to improve quality and avoid manufacturing issues
- Explore fluid flow and thermal performance of products to accelerate product innovation
- A wide range of capabilities provides tools to easily predict steady-state and long transient flow and thermal behavior of products
- Fully integrated multidisciplinary environment to quickly and easily conduct CFD analyses
- Collaborate with project stakeholders around fluid flow simulation results for informed decisions
Electromagnetics Simulation
Easily analyze and optimize electromagnetic components and systems design and placement for maximum performance and reliability. Study the impact of both low and high frequency electromagnetic waves on product and system behaviors.
- Perform electromagnetics analysis, including optimization of antennas and microwave components (e.g. filters, connectors, etc.) as well as electro-mechanical devices (e.g. motors and generators) to reduce time-to-market.
- Minimize the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) risks and the exposure of the human body to electromagnetic fields to ensure the device passes the required legal certification tests.
- Provide the most powerful methods such as the unique finite integration technique (FIT), the classical finite element method (FEM) and the transmission line matrix method (TLM), even for hybrid simulations
- Deliver unprecedented simulation reliability through cross-verification to avoid device malfunctions, warranty claims, and recalls.
Plastics Injection Molding Simulation
Predict and avoid manufacturing defects in plastic part and injection molding designs, eliminating costly rework, improving part quality, and decreasing time to market
- Virtually assess the manufacturability and quality of injection molded part designs and tooling
- Leverage easy-to-use simulation to reduce development time and costs
- Evaluate effectiveness of mold colling system designs for the right technical insights at the right time
- Maintain associativity with SOLIDWORKS CAD data and workflows
3DEXPERIENCE Works provides a Safe, Social, Connected, Informed and Structured environment for team leaders, project managers and other professionals who want to manage data on the cloud and collaborate without constraints.
Safe: Customer controlled access. Transparent cloud backup. Encrypted communication protocols. Data always safe-no overwrite, no loss of data.
Social: Integrated structured and unstructured collaboration tools enabling social innovation. Collaborate on product design or engage with your stakeholders early in product development.
Connected: Every user always connected to a single, common database. Access data anywhere, anytime, on any device. Review and markup models.
Informed: Choose from the widget library, Create and share Dashboards. Get the latest information about your product development. Always have access to your latest data.
Structured: Zero overhead data management - store and manage data across collaborative spaces, share information in communities. Find indexed data faster by using tags, custom search, etc.