OpenFOAM is an open source Windows program for computational fluid dynamics that offers a wide range of features and capabilities. It is highly customizable, allowing for a variety of simulations and modeling. Thus, you can get accurate and detailed results for complex scientific problems.

Research instrument

The software is distributed on a free basis, which means it is accessible without the requirement for purchasing a license. Users can customize the code to address specific issues. There is support for MPI computing that enhances the scalability and performance.

The project provides a wide range of solvers for different fluid dynamics problems. It also delivers extensive modeling capabilities. This includes conjugate heat transfer, porous media, reaction kinetics, turbulence and thermophysical modeling.

Installation

The packaged distributions of OpenFOAM can be deployed directly on Windows 10 using Windows Subsystem for Linux, abbreviated to WSL. This component serves as a full compatibility layer for running Linux applications on Microsoft operating systems.

The program is widely employed in research organizations and academic institutes. It is also used in a considerable number of industries, namely automotive, manufacturing, process and environmental engineering. Alternatively, you try a similar tool called Fluent.

Features

free to download and use;
compatible with modern Windows versions;
allows you to solve continuum mechanics problems;
you can simulate flows, chemical reactions, and more;
there is an option to monitor processed data.