A Python library providing utilities for working with OpenFOAM, a popular open-source Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software package.
PyFoam
- Python
- Aerospace, Automation, Automotive, Fluid Dynamics, Simulation
- Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Design for Manufacturing (DfM), Design Optimization, Process Improvement, Simulation, Software Development Kit (SDK)
Features:
- Case setup and manipulation,solver execution and control (local and remote),log file analysis and plotting (residuals,probes),parallel run management,manipulation of OpenFOAM dictionaries and files,mesh utilities,basic post-processing,integration with IPython/Jupyter
Pricing:
- Free
- Greatly enhances OpenFOAM usability by scripting repetitive tasks, powerful for batch processing and automation of CFD workflows, active community support through OpenFOAM channels, extensive functionality.
- Specific to OpenFOAM, requires understanding of OpenFOAM case structure and solvers, installation and usage can be complex for beginners not familiar with OpenFOAM's ecosystem.
Best for:
- OpenFOAM users who want to automate their CFD workflows, manage simulations, analyze results, and perform pre/post-processing tasks more efficiently using Python.