CoTherm

CoTherm is a coupling and process automation software designed to streamline and integrate complex simulation workflows across multiple CAE tools. Acting as a bridge between thermal, CFD, and other simulation environments, CoTherm enables engineers to automate processes, optimize designs, and run multi-physics simulations efficiently. It is especially valuable for sensitivity studies, design of experiments, and high-throughput simulation tasks.

Features

• Process Automation: Automates simulation workflows including pre-processing, solving, and post-processing across multiple CAE tools.
• Coupling Engine: Natively supports many thermal and CFD codes and allows integration of any software via command-line or configuration files.
• Optimization Tools: Includes global and local optimization methods to identify ideal design parameters.
• Graphical Interface: Drag-and-drop GUI for building custom workflows without scripting.
• Template Library: Provides ready-to-use templates for common coupling and automation tasks.
• Parallelization Support: Enables parallel execution of tasks to reduce simulation time.
• Python Journals: Allows custom behavior and advanced scripting for specialized needs.
• AFSIM Integration: Supports coupling of sensor models with AFSIM scenarios for defense applications.

Capabilities

• Multi-Physics Simulation: Facilitates seamless data exchange between different simulation domains.
• Design Exploration: Supports DOE and sensitivity analysis to evaluate design alternatives.
• Thermal-Fluid Coupling: Integrates tools like TAITherm and OpenFOAM for automotive and aerospace applications.
• Sensor Modeling: Links high-fidelity sensor simulations with environmental and scenario data.
• Process Sharing: Enables easy sharing of workflows across teams and departments.

Benefits

• Efficiency: Reduces manual scripting and accelerates simulation cycles.
• Flexibility: Works with a wide range of CAE tools and supports custom integrations.
• Scalability: Suitable for both small teams and enterprise-level simulation environments.
• Accuracy: Enhances simulation fidelity through robust coupling and optimization.
• Support: Backed by ThermoAnalytics’ expert support and regularly updated interfaces.

Editions and Extensions

• CoTherm Core: Full-featured platform for coupling and automation.
• RapidFlow Extension: Adds high-speed transient simulation capabilities.
• Sensor Coupling Module: Enables integration with AFSIM and other sensor modeling environments.
• Custom Python Integration: For advanced users needing tailored automation and control.