Applied DEM introduces first Discrete Element Modeling software leveraging execution on the “Cloud”
Large and small companies worldwide can now enjoy the benefits of advanced DEM technology with zero hardware or software investment
December 5, 2013 – Lakewood, CO – Applied DEM, one of the first engineering companies to develop and market Discrete Element Method (DEM) simulation tools, announced today the release of Bulk Flow Analyst™ v.13, the world’s first DEM program that integrates desktop engineering with cloud-based processing.
Users of Bulk Flow Analyst™ v.13 will be able to perform simulations without investing in software licenses or expensive computer hardware. http://applieddem.com/products/cloud.aspxcloud.aspx
With the release of BFA v.13, users can install the program on any standard PC, create a DEM model of a bulk material application by importing geometry from any 3D CAD package, define the simulation parameters and submit the simulation to the “Cloud”. In this case, the “Cloud” is a high-end computing platform utilizing 32 processing cores with an abundance of RAM optimized for advanced numerical analysis. The “Cloud” can also handle a virtually unlimited number of simulations at the same time. BFA includes tools to manage, monitor and download the simulation results from the “Cloud” as they progress, allowing the user to view the results, generate video files as the simulation runs or even stop the analysis when they have the data they need.
On the “Cloud”, users pay only for the actual simulation time. This “Pay As You Go” model means problem applications can be optimized for a fraction of the previous cost. Although the cost will vary from application to application based mainly on the number of particles in the simulation, the cost is estimated, displayed and must be accepted before the user starts the simulation.
In addition to the “Cloud”, Bulk Flow Analyst™ v.13 now uses the state-of-the-art LIGGGHTS open source DEM particle simulator developed by an international research community, and thus will continue to progress as the state of this technology advances in the future. http://applieddem.com/products/liggghts.aspxliggghts.aspx
“Our goal is to provide an opportunity for all engineers to utilize this exceptional DEM technology to solve everyday bulk material design and engineering problems. We believe our relationship with the LIGGGHTS research team and “Cloud Computing” is a major advancement towards this goal.” said Mark Alspaugh, President of Applied DEM. “No matter how big or small the problem, neither availability of technology nor cost should be a roadblock.”
Clint Hudson, Product Manager of Applied DEM, said, “Our clients have more choices with BFA v.13. Our currently licensed clients can continue to run simulations locally, but they now have the advantage of running simulations on the cloud when their hardware or timelines don’t support processing on the local machines alone.”
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About Applied DEM
Applied DEM develops and markets Bulk Flow Analyst™ and provides technical services on material handling system design projects around the world. All software products are used by Applied DEM and Overland Conveyor engineers in their consulting work and are thoroughly validated on real projects prior to release.
Bulk Flow Analyst™ v.13 Released
Applied DEM introduces first Discrete Element Modeling software leveraging execution on the “Cloud”
Large and small companies worldwide can now enjoy the benefits of advanced DEM technology with zero hardware or software investment
December 5, 2013 – Lakewood, CO – Applied DEM, one of the first engineering companies to develop and market Discrete Element Method (DEM) simulation tools, announced today the release of Bulk Flow Analyst™ v.13, the world’s first DEM program that integrates desktop engineering with cloud-based processing.
Users of Bulk Flow Analyst™ v.13 will be able to perform simulations without investing in software licenses or expensive computer hardware. http://applieddem.com/products/cloud.aspxcloud.aspx
With the release of BFA v.13, users can install the program on any standard PC, create a DEM model of a bulk material application by importing geometry from any 3D CAD package, define the simulation parameters and submit the simulation to the “Cloud”. In this case, the “Cloud” is a high-end computing platform utilizing 32 processing cores with an abundance of RAM optimized for advanced numerical analysis. The “Cloud” can also handle a virtually unlimited number of simulations at the same time. BFA includes tools to manage, monitor and download the simulation results from the “Cloud” as they progress, allowing the user to view the results, generate video files as the simulation runs or even stop the analysis when they have the data they need.
On the “Cloud”, users pay only for the actual simulation time. This “Pay As You Go” model means problem applications can be optimized for a fraction of the previous cost. Although the cost will vary from application to application based mainly on the number of particles in the simulation, the cost is estimated, displayed and must be accepted before the user starts the simulation.
In addition to the “Cloud”, Bulk Flow Analyst™ v.13 now uses the state-of-the-art LIGGGHTS open source DEM particle simulator developed by an international research community, and thus will continue to progress as the state of this technology advances in the future. http://applieddem.com/products/liggghts.aspxliggghts.aspx
“Our goal is to provide an opportunity for all engineers to utilize this exceptional DEM technology to solve everyday bulk material design and engineering problems. We believe our relationship with the LIGGGHTS research team and “Cloud Computing” is a major advancement towards this goal.” said Mark Alspaugh, President of Applied DEM. “No matter how big or small the problem, neither availability of technology nor cost should be a roadblock.”
Clint Hudson, Product Manager of Applied DEM, said, “Our clients have more choices with BFA v.13. Our currently licensed clients can continue to run simulations locally, but they now have the advantage of running simulations on the cloud when their hardware or timelines don’t support processing on the local machines alone.”
(double click on picture to open in new window)
About Applied DEM
Applied DEM develops and markets Bulk Flow Analyst™ and provides technical services on material handling system design projects around the world. All software products are used by Applied DEM and Overland Conveyor engineers in their consulting work and are thoroughly validated on real projects prior to release.
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