SimSolid

RATING:

4.3

(34)

About SimSolid

SimSolid is a software that provides simulation technology for engineers, designers, and analysts. It eliminates meshing and geometry preparation. Design scenarios can be simulated under real-life conditions. Early CAD models can be used in any common format. SimSolid offers a tolerance of imprecise geometry which means that unlike CAD-embedded simulation tools, there won't be a need to simplify complex geometries before analyzing designs. SimSolid supports all connections (bolt/nut, bonded, welds, rivets, sliding) and analysis of linear static, thermal, modal properties along with other more complex coupled, transient and nonlinear dynamic effects. The software provides simulation power to help quicken engineering decisions, SimSolid also aids with the faster developm...

SimSolid Pricing

A units-based subscription model. Pricing details are provided by Altair.

Free trial: 

Available

Free version: 

Not Available

SimSolid - structural analysis
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SimSolid Reviews

Overall Rating

4.3

Ratings Breakdown

Secondary Ratings

Ease-of-use

4.5

Customer Support

4.5

Value for money

4.5

Functionality

4

Most Helpful Reviews for SimSolid

1 - 5 of 34 Reviews

User Profile

Paulo

Verified reviewer

Automotive, 10,000+ employees

Used monthly for more than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed February 2024

Incredible Tool

The software's remarkable speed, driven by the innovative "meshless" method, allows for swift yet accurate analyses, revolutionizing traditional simulation timelines. SimSolid's user-friendly interface and compatibility with multiple CAD formats make it accessible to engineers of all levels, facilitating a seamless and efficient workflow. The software's precision and reliability, coupled with its quick processing capabilities, have garnered widespread acclaim, making Altair SimSolid an invaluable tool for optimizing product designs and enhancing overall development cycles.

PROS

Altair SimSolid is highly praised for its exceptional speed, accuracy, and user-friendly interface. Its unique "meshless" method allows for rapid yet precise structural analysis, saving valuable time in product development. The software's intuitive design and compatibility with various CAD formats make it accessible to both seasoned engineers and newcomers. SimSolid's robust solver ensures reliable results, contributing to efficient and informed decision-making in the design process. Overall, it stands out as a revolutionary simulation tool that significantly enhances the speed and reliability of structural analysis.

CONS

Little acceptance by the industry, as it is still a novelty.

Mathieu

Information Technology and Services, 201-500 employees

Used daily for less than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra
This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you.

OVERALL RATING:

4

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

5

Reviewed April 2020

Lead Time reduction for CAE simulation

I use SIMSOLID to simulate various mechanisms. I do linear, non-linear and modal analysis but the software has over capacities (dynamics and thermal). The mechanisms I work on are complex with a lot of contact between the parts. I can obtain results after few clicks and few minutes, this allows me to test a maximum of solutions in a very short time.

PROS

Possibility to import natif CAD format. Type of analyzes that can be performed: linear, non-linear (geometry, materials, contact), modal, dynamic and thermal. It is possible to automatically create weld beads , to detect contacts and to detect scews/bolts. The software is always update with new features. The support can easily be reached

CONS

You can't modify for the moment the CAD in SIMSOLID interface. The import of CAD is a little bit long

Reasons for switching to SimSolid

Simulations are faster The software has a better Value for Money The support is better

User Profile

George

Verified reviewer

Automotive, 1 employee

Review Source: Capterra

OVERALL RATING:

3

EASE OF USE

4

VALUE FOR MONEY

3

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

3

FUNCTIONALITY

3

Reviewed July 2023

Simsolid

PROS

Easy to use geometrically model without mesh. Easy to use local 9n laptop for complex models.

CONS

Should be added something related by explicit analysis, but I guess Is not easy. And perhaps in future something related by an interface with a deep learning model.

Vendor Response

Thanks for the feedback!

Replied July 2023

Håkan

Higher Education, 501-1,000 employees

Used weekly for more than 2 years

Review Source: Capterra

OVERALL RATING:

5

EASE OF USE

5

VALUE FOR MONEY

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

5

FUNCTIONALITY

4

Reviewed July 2023

Easy to use for our students

Only positiv experience of SimSolid. Easy to use and to learn. As you have to import all geometry, it is a good feature that SimSolid can recognice if it is a simular geometry, BC and other features applies directly and you get many different results in the tree to caompare.

PROS

Easy to use, you do not have to mesh the model something that take a lot of time. Wery fast solver, 5 time faster then traditional FE softare. Easy to learn, many features and is still under development.

CONS

Maybe to easy to use. Have seen som strange results that I can not explain.

Reasons for switching to SimSolid

We did not switch, we use both FE software and SimSolid

Vendor Response

Thanks for the great review!

Replied July 2023

vidyaprakash

Textiles, 1,001-5,000 employees

Used daily for less than 12 months

Review Source: Capterra

OVERALL RATING:

4

EASE OF USE

5

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

3

FUNCTIONALITY

4

Reviewed July 2023

Speed of Design-with SIMSOLID

For linear static SIMSOLID is the best option for solving- single part as well whole assembly simulation of the parts.User friendlieness, solving speed is very high.Results accuracey very good in simple linear static analysisTransient,nonlinear analysis yet to be validated

PROS

Ease of learn,use and take out the resultsFastner Pretension resultsStructure as whole assembly simulation

CONS

Results accuracey sometimes need to be verifiedModel corrections not possibleUndo option is not availableMeasure,move,replace parts in Assembly is not possible