Description
FLOW-3D AM 2025R1 – Advanced Simulation Software for Metal Additive Manufacturing
FLOW-3D AM 2025R1 is the latest release of Flow Science’s cutting-edge simulation software tailored for laser-based metal additive manufacturing processes. Designed to deliver greater accuracy, speed, and control, this version introduces powerful new features and performance enhancements to support innovation in metal 3D printing, selective laser melting (SLM), and direct energy deposition (DED).
🔧 New Features & Highlights
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Unified Solver Architecture: FLOW-3D AM now uses a unified hybrid OpenMP/MPI solver, boosting simulation speed by up to 20% on both local workstations and high-performance computing clusters.
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Active Simulation Control (ASC): Expanded ASC capabilities allow users to automate simulation actions based on history data, sampling volumes, and threshold triggers—enabling smarter, condition-based process control.
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Enhanced VOF-to-Particle Modeling: A new hybrid tracking method that transitions fluid from Volume of Fluid (VOF) to particles, improving resolution of splatter, droplet formation, and powder-gas interactions.
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Advanced GUI Improvements: An updated and more intuitive interface makes it easier to define laser paths, geometry, material properties, and output settings with fewer clicks and greater accuracy.
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FLOW-3D (x) Integration: Direct integration with FLOW-3D (x) allows for parametric studies, design of experiments, and optimization workflows across key process parameters like scan speed, power, and hatch spacing.
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EXODUS II File Format Support: Enhanced post-processing with improved compatibility, faster rendering, better visualization tools, and superior data export options for third-party software.
✅ Bug Fixes & Stability Improvements
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Resolved mesh deformation artifacts during large-scale deposition.
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Improved laser-material interaction models for better consistency at high scan speeds.
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Fixed memory leak issues in legacy VOF solvers.
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Corrected GUI bugs affecting laser path imports in complex geometries.
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Enhanced numerical stability in simulations involving multi-layer deposition and melt pool solidification cycles.
🖥️ System Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
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OS: Windows 10/11 (64-bit) or Linux (CentOS 7+/Ubuntu 20.04+)
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CPU: Quad-core Intel/AMD processor
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RAM: 16 GB
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GPU: OpenGL-compatible graphics card
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Storage: 50 GB available space
Recommended Requirements:
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OS: Windows 11 Pro or Linux (latest LTS distributions)
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CPU: 8-core Intel Xeon/AMD Ryzen Threadripper
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RAM: 64 GB or more
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GPU: NVIDIA RTX or Quadro series with high VRAM
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Storage: SSD with 100+ GB free space
FLOW-3D AM 2025R1 is the go-to simulation solution for researchers, engineers, and manufacturers seeking to accelerate innovation in metal additive manufacturing. Whether you’re optimizing laser parameters, analyzing melt pool dynamics, or ensuring print quality, FLOW-3D AM delivers unmatched precision, performance, and reliability.