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What is Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS)?

The Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) is an open-source tool designed for simulating and visualizing fire-influenced flow dynamics. This computational fluid dynamics software adeptly resolves a modified version of the Navier–Stokes equations specifically aimed at low-velocity, thermally-driven airflow, with an emphasis on the movement of smoke and heat generated by fires. By utilizing large-eddy simulation techniques, it effectively captures the complexities of fire-plume behavior and is applicable to a variety of situations, including those involving wind effects, sprinkler systems, ventilation strategies, and different materials that influence fire characteristics. Users can define their scenarios through text-based input files, perform simulations with FDS, and analyze the resulting data afterward. The software provides visual outputs from both FDS and CFAST simulations using sophisticated OpenGL-powered 3D graphics, which include scientific visualization methods like animated smoke patterns, tracer particle animations, and two- and three-dimensional shaded surfaces, along with iso-surfaces, temperature gradients, and flow vector displays indicating both movement direction and strength. Moreover, FDS undergoes regular updates to improve its usability and features, ensuring it remains an essential resource for both researchers and fire safety experts. As a result, its continuous development further solidifies its significance in enhancing fire safety and understanding fire dynamics.

What is AWS Thinkbox Stoke?

Boost particle simulations in Autodesk 3ds Max to exceed the performance of other fluid dynamics plugins and introduce a straightforward procedural geometry modifier that does not necessitate programming expertise for artists. This accessible tool offers an expandable experience, enabling artists to engage in intuitive channel-editing processes similar to those utilized in node-based image compositing applications. Despite the restrictions of the Autodesk 3ds Max SDK, which lacks optimized geometry and particle lookup capabilities, AWS Thinkbox Stoke efficiently facilitates the creation of high-density particle clouds. It accommodates various formats such as PRT and RealFlow BIN, in addition to supporting simulations from FumeFX, Particle Flow, cebas thinkingParticles, and 3ds Max Force Space Warps. Users can also generate and simulate novel fields, including velocity fields, while being able to load and save field data in popular formats. This seamless integration allows for the combination of field data with the subsystems of 3ds Max, including Particle Flow, MassFX, Hair and Fur, alongside several material and rendering systems, significantly improving the creative workflow overall. By enhancing these capabilities, this solution ultimately allows artists to produce intricate visual effects with increased efficiency and convenience, thus transforming their creative process.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

3ds Max
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
FireFlow Studio for FDS
OpenGL

Integrations Supported

3ds Max
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
FireFlow Studio for FDS
OpenGL

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

Free
Free Version
Free Trial Offered?

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided
Free Version
Free Trial Offered?

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

NIST

Date Founded

1901

Company Location

United States

Company Website

pages.nist.gov/fds-smv/

Company Facts

Organization Name

Amazon

Date Founded

1994

Company Location

United States

Company Website

aws.amazon.com/thinkbox-stoke/

Categories and Features

Categories and Features

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