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Finite element methods

Modelling and simulation is sometimes said to be the third way of doing science, the first two being theory and experiment; see this essay in Science for example:

Simpleware provides world leading software and services for the fast and easy conversion of 3D images into high quality models used for:

• Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Computer Aided Design (CAD/STL)
• Rapid Prototyping (RP)

Simpleware is the only software provider world-wide to offer a complete and automated solution in image-based meshing. Within our software, you can cut down on mesh generation times without any loss in accuracy and quality. Above all, this will enable you to focus on your analysis and generation of results rather than the preparation of your models.

Further benefits to working with Simpleware software:

FEMs are widely used in education, research, and industries. What is the prospect of having a vibrant community to evolve an open-source finite element code? What are the potential benefits for such a community and code? Has anybody tried?

Presumably whoever active in this effort may find support from government funding agencies and industries.