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What is LIGGGHTS?

LIGGGHTS is a free, open-source software designed for simulating materials made up of particles, utilizing the Discrete Element Method, with a strong focus on applications involving industrial granules and thermal dynamics. The software derives its name from its relationship with LAMMPS, as it has been specifically enhanced to optimize simulations related to a wide range of granular materials and their thermal behaviors, thus extending the capabilities of DEM into more practical industrial applications. This simulation tool excels at modeling diverse systems where the interactions, collisions, friction, cohesion, thermal transfer, and dynamics of individual particles play a crucial role in the overall behavior of materials. It is particularly valuable for investigating various applications such as powders, grains, bulk solids, particulate flows, packed beds, conveyor systems, mixing processes, hopper discharges, and material handling, especially in scenarios where particle-level behaviors are critical. LIGGGHTS has gained widespread acceptance among numerous research facilities and commercial organizations worldwide, appreciated for its open-source accessibility and flexibility in simulating particulate materials. Additionally, this software's adaptability and user-friendly nature make it an indispensable resource for advancing research and innovation across multiple domains related to granular systems, fostering further developments in the field.

What is Ansys Rocky?

Ansys Rocky is a high-performance particle simulation platform that applies the discrete element method to model the behavior of granular materials, powders, fibers, and other particulate systems. Developed for engineering and industrial applications, the software enables users to study particle interactions with exceptional detail and realism. Ansys Rocky supports realistic particle geometries, including non-spherical shapes, flexible and rigid fibers, 2D shells, and custom particle structures that closely represent real-world materials. Its multi-GPU solver architecture significantly accelerates simulation performance, making it possible to analyze large particle populations and highly complex systems efficiently. The platform includes advanced physical modeling capabilities such as wear prediction, breakage analysis, cohesion modeling, particle collision behavior, and material degradation studies. Engineers can integrate Rocky with computational fluid dynamics and finite element analysis tools to create multiphysics simulations that account for fluid flow, structural interactions, and particle dynamics simultaneously. The software also supports multibody dynamics, 3D scan imports, automated workflows, and customizable simulation scripting. Industries such as mining, pharmaceuticals, food processing, manufacturing, agriculture, chemicals, and consumer products use Ansys Rocky to improve equipment design and optimize operational processes. By reducing dependence on physical testing, organizations can evaluate design alternatives more quickly and lower development costs. Recent enhancements include engineering copilot functionality, expanded multiphysics coupling, improved GPU performance, and advanced automation features that further increase simulation efficiency.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

Ansys Mechanical

Integrations Supported

Ansys Mechanical

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

Free
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided.
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

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

CFDEM

Company Location

Germany

Company Website

www.cfdem.com/liggghts-open-source-discrete-element-method-particle-simulation-code

Company Facts

Organization Name

Ansys

Date Founded

1970

Company Location

United States

Company Website

www.ansys.com/products/fluids/ansys-rocky

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