List of computer simulation software

The following is a list of notable computer simulation software.

Free or open-source

• Advanced Simulation Library - open-source hardware accelerated multiphysics simulation software.
• Algodoo - 2D physics simulator focused on the education market that is popular with younger users.
• 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.
• Elmer - an open-source multiphysical simulation software for Windows/Mac/Linux.
• Facsimile - a free, open-source discrete-event simulation library.
• 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.
• Galatea - a multi-agent, multi-programming language, simulation platform.
• 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.
• 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).
• OpenEaagles - multi-platform simulation framework to prototype and build simulation applications.
• 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.
• 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).
• 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

• Adaptive Simulations - cloud based and fully automated CFD simulations.
• 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.
• Simcenter Amesim - a platform to analyze multi-domain, intelligent systems and predict and optimize multi-disciplinary performance. Developed by Siemens PLM 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.
• 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.
• Fluent, Inc. - simulation software for fluid flow, turbulence, heat transfer, and reactions for industrial applications.
• 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.
• Plant Simulation - plant, line and process simulation and optimization software, developed by Siemens PLM Software.
• PLECS - a tool for system-level simulations of electrical circuits. Developed by Plexim.
• PRO/II - software for steady state chemical process simulation and extensively used by oil and gas refineries.
• 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.
• 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.
• Ship Simulator - a vehicle simulation computer game by VSTEP which simulates maneuvering various ships in different environments.
• 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.
• 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.
• Working Model – a 2D dynamic simulator with connections to SolidWorks.(a demo, with SAVE disabled, is free)
• 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

• Simulation language

References