Altair Introduces HyperWorks 9.0

By DE Editors

Altair Engineering (Troy, MI) just released Altair HyperWorks 9.0, the next generation of its integrated suite of computer-aided engineering (CAE) software applications. This newest version of Altair's simulation platform delivers on-demand access to ISV applications and offers multi-core licensing business model.

HyperWorks, an enterprise simulation platform to support product lifecycle management (PLM) processes, is a simulation-driven design solution for product development across the world's top corporations.

The company says HyperWorks 9.0 is the first engineering simulation solution to embed grid computing management tools with compute-intensive CAE software applications. HyperWorks 9.0 clients can now use unallocated HyperWorks units in their existing pool to immediately access Altair's PBS GridWorks on-demand grid-computing technology suite — at no incremental cost.

In addition, HyperWorks 9.0 extends its patented business model to deliver on-demand, third-party software applications.

In HyperWorks 9.0, Altair integrated all of its linear and nonlinear finite-element solvers into a single solver application. RADIOSS 9.0 now delivers a robust solution for simulating linear statics and dynamics, nonlinear transient dynamics and fluid-structure interaction events. This consolidation and integration positions RADIOSS in the CAE solution market, increasing the value of HyperWorks. From a user perspective, RADIOSS 9.0 simplifies multidisciplinary analysis studies and data exchange between analysis types. Business benefits include lower software licensing costs and simplified IT administration.

The open-systems design of the HyperWorks platform allows engineers to seamlessly work with any CAD solution, any solver, and any pre- and postprocessing environment. The 9.0 release extends this interoperability to include Microsoft Office suite applications.

For modeling and visualization advancements, optimization and data management advancements and all 9.0 new products and functionality, please visit HyperWorks 9.0 at Altair Engineering, Inc.

Sources: Press materials received from the company and additional information gleaned from the company's website.