List of computer simulation software

The following is a list of notable computer simulation software.

## Free or open-source

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* Advanced Simulation Library \- open-source hardware accelerated multiphysics simulation software.
* ASCEND \- open-source equation-based modelling environment.
* Cantera \- chemical kinetics package.
* Celestia \- a 3D astronomy program.
* CP2K \- Open-source ab-initio molecular dynamics program.
* DWSIM \- an open-source CAPE-OPEN compliant chemical process simulator.
* EFDC Explorer \- open-source for processing of the Environmental Fluid Dynamics Code (EFDC).
* Elmer \- an open-source multiphysical simulation software for Windows/Mac/Linux.
* FlightGear - a free, open-source atmospheric and orbital flight simulator with a flight dynamics engine (JSBSim) that is used in a 2015 NASA benchmark[1] to judge new simulation code to space industry standards.
* FreeFem++ \- Free, open-source, multiphysics Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software.
* Freemat \- a free environment for rapid engineering, scientific prototyping and data processing using the same language as MATLAB and GNU Octave.
* Gekko \- simulation software in Python with machine learning and optimization
* GNU Octave \- an open-source mathematical modeling and simulation software very similar to using the same language as MATLAB and Freemat.
* JModelica.org is a free and open source software platform based on the Modelica modeling language.
* Mobility Testbed \- an open-source multi-agent simulation testbed for transport coordination algorithms.
* Meep \- an open source package for electromagnetic simulation with finite-difference time-domain (FDTD) method
* NEST \- open-source software for spiking neural network models.
* NetLogo \- an open-source multi-agent simulation software.
* ns-3 \- an open-source network simulator.
* OpenFOAM \- open-source software used for computational fluid dynamics (or CFD).
* OpenModelica \- an open source modeling environment based on Modelica the open standard for modeling software.
* Open Source Physics \- an open-source Java software project for teaching and studying physics.
* OpenSim \- an open-source software system for biomechanical modeling.
* Physics Abstraction Layer \- an open-source physics simulation package.
* Project Chrono \- an open-source multi-physics simulation framework.
* Repast \- agent-based modeling and simulation platform with versions for individual workstations and high performance computer clusters.
* SageMath \- a system for algebra and geometry experimentation via Python.
* Scilab \- free open-source software for numerical computation and simulation similar to MATLAB/Simulink.
* Sim4Life.lite \- online version of Sim4Life that is free-of-charge for students for team-learning and online collaboration with classmates and teachers on limited size projects.
* Simantics System Dynamics – used for modelling and simulating large hierarchical models with multidimensional variables created in a traditional way with stock and flow diagrams and causal loop diagrams.
* SimPy \- an open-source discrete-event simulation package based on Python.
* Simulation of Urban MObility \- an open-source traffic simulation package.
* SOFA \- an open-source framework for multi-physics simulation with an emphasis on medical simulation.
* SU2 code \- an open-source framework for computational fluid dynamics simulation and optimal shape design.
* Step \- an open-source two-dimensional physics simulation engine (KDE).
* StochSD \- Stochastic and deterministic modelling and simulation based on the System Dynamics approach to Continuous System Simulation (CSS).
* Tortuga \- an open-source software framework for discrete-event simulation in Java.
* UrbanSim – an open-source software to simulate land use, transportation and environmental planning.

## Proprietary

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* Adaptive Simulations \- cloud based and fully automated CFD simulations.
* Akselos \- reduced-basis finite element-based simulation software for structural and thermal analyses.
* AGX Dynamics \- realtime oriented multibody and multiphysics simulation engine.
* 20-sim \- bond graph-based multi-domain simulation software.
* Actran \- finite element-based simulation software to analyze the acoustic behavior of mechanical systems and parts.
* ADINA \- engineering simulation software for structural, fluid, heat transfer, and multiphysics problems.
* ACSL and acslX \- an advanced continuous simulation language.
* Algodoo \- 2D physics simulator focused on the education market that is popular with younger users.
* Simcenter Amesim \- a platform to analyze multi-domain, intelligent systems and predict and optimize multi-disciplinary performance. Developed by Siemens Digital Industries Software.
* ANSYS \- engineering simulation.
* AnyLogic \- a multi-method simulation modeling tool for business and science. Developed by The AnyLogic Company.
* APMonitor \- a tool for dynamic simulation, validation, and optimization of multi-domain systems with interfaces to Python and MATLAB.
* Arena \- a flowchart-based discrete event simulation software developed by Rockwell Automation
* Automation Studio \- a fluid power, electrical and control systems design and simulation software developed by Famic Technologies Inc.
* Chemical WorkBench \- a chemical kinetics simulation software tool developed by Kintech Lab.
* CircuitLogix \- an electronics simulation software developed by Logic Design Inc.
* COMSOL Multiphysics \- a predominantly finite element analysis, solver and simulation software package for various physics and engineering applications, especially coupled phenomena, or multi-physics.
* CONSELF \- browser based CFD and FEA simulation platform.
* DX Studio \- a suite of tools for simulation and visualization.
* Dymola \- modeling and simulation software based on the Modelica language.
* DYNAMO \- historically important language used for system dynamics modelling.
* Ecolego \- a simulation software tool for creating dynamic models and performing deterministic and probabilistic simulations.
* EcosimPro \- continuous and discrete modelling and simulation software.
* Enterprise Architect \- a tool for simulation of UML behavioral modeling, coupled with Win32 user interface interaction.
* Enterprise Dynamics \- a simulation software platform developed by INCONTROL Simulation Solutions.
* ExtendSim \- simulation software for discrete event, continuous, discrete rate and agent-based simulation.
* FEATool Multiphysics \- finite element physics and PDE simulation toolbox for MATLAB.
* Flexsim \- discrete event simulation software.
* Flood Modeller \- hydraulic simulation software, used to model potential flooding risk for engineering purposes.
* GoldSim \- simulation software for system dynamics and discrete event simulation, embedded in a Monte Carlo framework.
* HyperWorks \- multi-discipline simulation software
* IDA ICE \- equation-based (DAE) software for building performance simulation
* IES Virtual Environment (IESVE) \- holistic building performance analysis and simulation software
* Isaac dynamics \- dynamic process simulation software for conventional and renewable power plants.
* iThink \- system dynamics and discrete event modeling software for business strategy, public policy, and education. Developed by isee systems.
* JMAG \- simulation software for electric device design and development.
* Khimera \- a chemical kinetics simulation software tool developed by Kintech Lab.
* Lanner WITNESS - a discrete event simulation platform for modelling processes and experimentation.
* Lanner L-SIM Server - Java-based simulation engine for simulating BPMN2.0 based process models.
* MADYMO – automotive and transport safety software developed by Netherlands Organization for Applied Scientific Research
* Maple \- a general-purpose computer algebra system developed and sold commercially by Waterloo Maple Inc.
* MapleSim \- a multi-domain modeling and simulation tool developed by Waterloo Maple Inc.
* MATLAB \- a programming, modeling and simulation tool developed by MathWorks.
* Mathematica \- a computational software program based on symbolic mathematics, developed by Wolfram Research.
* Micro Saint Sharp \- a general purpose discrete event software tool using a graphical flowchart approach and on the C# language, developed by Alion Science and Technology.
* ModelCenter \- a framework for integration of third-party modeling and simulation tools/scripts, workflow automation, and multidisciplinary design analysis and optimization from Phoenix Integration.
* NEi Nastran \- software for engineering simulation of stress, dynamics, and heat transfer in structures.
* NI Multisim \- an electronic schematic capture and simulation program.
* Orbit, Orbit II, Orbit II Plus, ORION for Windows \- Satellite Simulation Software used by the DOD for mission planning, visibility studies, remote sensing studies and satellite orbit optimization. Marketed by Kisak-Kisak Incorporated.
* Plant Simulation \- plant, line and process simulation and optimization software, developed by Siemens Digital Industries Software.
* PLECS \- a tool for system-level simulations of electrical circuits. Developed by Plexim.
* Project Team Builder \- a project management simulator used for training and education.
* ProLB \- a computational fluid dynamics simulation software based on the Lattice Boltzmann method.
* PTV Vissim \- a microscopic and mesoscopic traffic flow simulation software.
* PSF Lab \- calculates the point spread function of an optical microscope under various imaging conditions based on a rigorous vectorial model.
* RoboLogix \- robotics simulation software developed by Logic Design Inc.
* samadii \- Computer-aided-engineering-based simulation software designed to run simulations such as solid particles, high vacuum systems gas-flow environments, plasma, and electromagnetic simulations.
* Ship Simulator \- a vehicle simulation computer game by VSTEP which simulates maneuvering various ships in different environments.
* Sim4Life \- 3D computer-aided-design-based electromagnetic (EM) simulation platform: Sim4Life, which includes all elements of the now discontinued SEMCAD platform developed by Schmid and Partner Engineering AG, combines classical technical computer-aided-design tools with multi-physics solvers, computational human phantoms, medical-image-based modeling, and physiological tissue models.  .
* Simcad Pro \- Process simulation software with On-The-Fly model changes while the simulation is running. Lean analysis, VR, and physics. Developed by CreateASoft, Inc. Chicago USA
* Simcenter STAR-CCM+ \- a computational fluid dynamics based simulation software developed by Siemens Digital Industries Software.
* SimEvents \- a part of MathWorks which adds discrete event simulation to the MATLAB/Simulink environment.
* SimScale \- a web-based simulation platform, with CFD, FEA, and thermodynamics capabilities.
* SIMUL8 \- software for discrete event or process based simulation.
* Simulations Plus \- modeling and simulation software for pharmaceutical research
* SimulationX \- modeling and simulation software based on the Modelica language.
* Simulink \- a tool for block diagrams, electrical mechanical systems and machines from MathWorks.
* SRM Engine Suite \- engineering tool used for simulating fuels, combustion and exhaust gas emissions in IC engine applications.
* STELLA \- system dynamics and discrete event modeling software for business strategy, public policy, and education. Developed by isee systems.
* TRNSYS \- software for dynamic simulation of renewable energy systems, HVAC systems, building energy use and both passive and active solar systems.
* UNIGINE \- real-time 3D visualization SDK for simulation and training. Supports C++ and C# programming languages.
* Unreal Engine \- immersive virtual-reality training simulation software.
* Vensim \- system dynamics and continuous simulation software for business and public policy applications.
* VisSim \- system simulation and optional C-code generation of electrical, process, control, bio-medical, mechanical and UML State chart systems.
* Vortex (software) \- a complete simulation platform featuring a realtime physics engine for rigid body dynamics, an image generator, desktop tools (Editor and Player) and more. Also available as Vortex Studio Essentials, a limited free version.
* Wolfram SystemModeler – modeling and simulation software based on the Modelica language.
* Visual Components \- a 3D factory simulation software for manufacturing applications including layout planning, production simulation, off-line programming and PLC verification.
* VisualSim Architect – an electronic system-level software for modeling and simulation of electronic systems, embedded software and semiconductors.
* VSim \- a multiphysics simulation software tool designed to run computationally intensive electromagnetic, electrostatic, and plasma simulations.
* zSpace – creates physical science applications

## See also

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* List of chemical process simulators
* List of discrete event simulation software
* List of finite element software packages
* List of software for nanostructures modeling
* List of robotics simulators
* List of systems biology modeling software
* Simulation language

## References

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1. ^ "Further Development of Verification Check-casesforSix-Degree-of-Freedom Flight Vehicle Simulations" (PDF). NASA Engineering and Safety Center Academy. 2015. Archived (PDF) from the original on March 10, 2021.

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