About STAR-CCM+
What is STAR-CCM+?
STAR-CCM+ is a comprehensive Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software developed by Siemens Digital Industries Software. It provides a powerful integrated solution for solving complex problems involving fluid flow, heat transfer, and stress analysis across a wide range of engineering disciplines.
As an all-in-one simulation platform, STAR-CCM+ combines pre-processing, solving, and post-processing capabilities in a single integrated environment, streamlining the simulation workflow and enhancing productivity.
STAR-CCM+ simulation environment
Key Features
Multiphysics Simulation
STAR-CCM+ integrates a wide range of physics models to simulate complex fluid flow, heat transfer, turbulence, chemical reactions, and more in a single solution environment.
Advanced Meshing
Automated mesh generation technology creates high-quality surface and volume meshes for complex geometries with minimal user intervention, reducing preparation time.
Design Exploration
Built-in optimization tools allow engineers to explore and improve designs through parametric studies, sensitivity analysis, and automated design space exploration.
Customization
User-defined functions, Java macros, and Python scripting capabilities allow for extensive customization and automation of simulation workflows.
Applications
Aerospace
- External aerodynamics
- Propulsion systems
- Thermal management
- Aircraft icing analysis
Automotive
- Vehicle aerodynamics
- Powertrain cooling
- HVAC systems
- Exhaust systems
Energy
- Turbomachinery
- Wind turbine design
- Heat exchangers
- Combustion processes
Marine
- Hull hydrodynamics
- Propeller design
- Offshore structures
- Marine propulsion
Life Sciences
- Biomedical devices
- Drug delivery systems
- Medical equipment
- Respiratory flows
Electronics
- Electronic cooling
- Data center thermal management
- PCB heat transfer
- Battery thermal analysis
History of STAR-CCM+
2004
STAR-CCM+ was first released by CD-adapco as a next-generation CFD software designed to streamline the simulation process.
2008
Introduction of advanced automated meshing capabilities and integrated design exploration tools.
2016
Siemens acquired CD-adapco, bringing STAR-CCM+ into the Siemens Digital Industries Software portfolio.
2022
Integration with broader Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, enabling seamless connections with CAD, PLM, and other simulation tools.
Latest Version
STAR-CCM+ 2025.1
Released: February 2025
The latest version includes enhanced machine learning integration, improved battery simulation capabilities, and new turbulence modeling approaches.
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What Users Say About STAR-CCM+
"STAR-CCM+ has dramatically reduced our simulation setup time. The automated meshing capabilities allow us to go from CAD to solution in hours rather than days."
"The integrated environment makes STAR-CCM+ stand out from other CFD tools. Being able to perform all simulation tasks within one interface has greatly improved our workflow efficiency."
"Design exploration capabilities in STAR-CCM+ have transformed how we approach product development. We can now optimize designs through simulation before building physical prototypes."
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