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Simulation

IPG CarMaker 15.0

PG CarMaker 15.0 is the latest release of IPG Automotive’s virtual vehicle development platform, published in November 2025. It focuses on shift-left virtual ECU integration, enhanced ADAS/AV sensor realism, and a seamless transition from real-world to virtual endurance testing. 🆕...
Simulation

Pandat 2026

Pandat 2026 is CompuTherm’s latest release of the CALPHAD-based materials design platform, delivered in two parts: the Pandat 2026A update (September 2026) and the broader third-generation framework announced for the 2026 cycle . The release centers on integrating CALPHAD calculations...
Other Engineering

Prometech ParticleWorks 8.1

Prometech ParticleWorks 8.1 is a meshless CFD software based on the Moving Particle Simulation (MPS) method. It eliminates mesh generation to simulate complex liquid behavior with large free-surface deformation. Key New Features in Version 8.1 Advanced Two-Phase Flow & Air...
Mechanical Engineering

kisssoft 2026 SP1

KISSsoft 2026 Service Pack 1 (SP1) was released on July 2, 2026 . The official KISSsoft website provides a dedicated changelog PDF (KISSsoft-2026-Servicepack_changelog.pdf)  🔧 Key Fixes and Improvements in SP1 Based on third-party release notes, SP1 is primarily a maintenance...
Other Engineering

Ovito Pro 3.16.1

OVITO Pro 3.16.1 is the latest release of OVITO GmbH’s scientific data visualization and analysis software, published September 14, 2026 . It is a maintenance update following version 3.16.0, which introduced the Principled material for physically-based shading of metallic and...
Mechanical Engineering

FVA Workbench 11.0

FVA-Workbench 11.0.0 is a major release from FVA GmbH, It introduces five significant new calculation modules for transmission system design, along with a completely revised licensing mechanism. Key New Features in Version 11.0 Rotating Rainflow Calculation A new module that incorporates...
Simulation

PROOSIS 6.2

PROOSIS 6.2 that introduced significant improvements to the underlying EcosimPro platform, including new solver versions, enhanced experiment management, and expanded external connectivity . Key New Features in Version 6.2 IDE & Experiment Management Decoupled Experiment Libraries: New capability allowing users...
Mechanical Engineering

ESPRIT EDGE 2026.3

ESPRIT EDGE 2026.3 is the third update in Hexagon’s 2026 release cycle, building on the major features introduced in the first update (2026.1) while adding new machining capabilities and workflow improvements across the platform . Key Focus of the 2026...
Other Engineering

Luceda Photonics IPKISS Design Suite 2026.03

Luceda Photonics IPKISS Design Suite 2026.03: PIC Design Platform IPKISS 2026.03 is Luceda Photonics’ latest release of its Python-based design platform for photonic integrated circuits (PICs), introducing a native DRC engine, advanced dummy filling, SPICE-based circuit simulation, and improved visual...
Simulation

Collier Research Hypersizer v7.3

Collier Research HyperSizer v7.3: Structural Sizing & Optimization Software HyperSizer v7.3 is Collier Research Corporation’s CAE software for stress analysis and sizing optimization of composite and metallic structures, originally developed at NASA and used throughout the aerospace industry for design...
Other Engineering

StrategyQuantX Ultimate 141

StrategyQuantX Ultimate 141 (Build 141) is a feature and bugfix release  that introduced two significant new modules—Portfolio Composer and Broker Profiles—while enhancing portfolio management, Stockpicker optimization, and MetaTrader 5 risk management. Key New Features in Build 141 Portfolio Composer (New...
Other Engineering

Rocscience RS3 v4.0.37

Rocscience RS3 v4.037: 3D Geotechnical Finite Element Analysis Software RS3 v4.037 is a significant update to Rocscience’s general-purpose 3D finite element software for rock and soil, introducing new result entities, enhanced selection tools, and expanded bolt functionality. Key New Features...
Electrical & Power Engineering

Siemens PSSE 36.6

PSS®E Version 36 is Siemens’ transmission planning and analysis software, introducing a major architectural change for dynamic user models. Key Version 36 Features: Version Independent Dynamic Models (VINDP): Dynamic UDM DLLs created with PSS®E 36 can be used in all...
Mechanical Engineering

woodWOP 9.0

woodWOP 9.0 is the latest major release of HOMAG’s graphical CNC programming software for woodworking machines, available since May 2025. The release is built around the theme “Focused on focus,” with a redesigned interface and an operating concept that prioritizes...
Simulation

Simcenter Prescan 2606

Simcenter Prescan 2606: AI-Driven ADAS & Autonomous Driving Simulation Platform Simcenter Prescan 2606 is the latest release of Siemens’ ADAS and autonomous driving simulation platform, published in July 2026. This version centers on Python-native simulation and AI-assisted workflows, embedding simulation...
Simulation

BIOVIA COSMOtherm 2026

BIOVIA COSMOtherm 2026: Predictive Thermodynamics & COSMO-RS Software BIOVIA COSMOtherm 2026 is the latest release of Dassault Systèmes’ predictive thermodynamics software based on COSMO-RS theory, published as part of the BIOVIA 2026 Golden Release in November 2025. It predicts solubility,...