Dear Altair Technical Support Team,
Our research team currently relies on Altair SimLab as our primary GUI/pre-processor and AcuSolve as our core CFD solver for various fluid dynamics and thermal simulation projects.
We are currently preparing to test simulations in new physical domains, which mainly involve the following two areas:
- High Density Plasma (HDP) simulations.
- Rarefied Gas Dynamics simulations.
Given that these fields involve complex charged particle transport, plasma chemistry, and non-continuum flows with high Knudsen numbers, I would like to consult with your engineering team regarding the following:
- Feasibility with Current Toolchain: Does the current combination of SimLab and AcuSolve offer any advanced modules, User-Defined Functions (UDFs), or specific boundary condition setups that can support or approximate these two physical phenomena?
- Alternative Altair Solutions: If AcuSolve is not the appropriate solver for plasma and rarefied gas dynamics, does Altair offer other solvers or partnered software solutions within its ecosystem that are better suited for these extreme physical environments?
We would greatly appreciate your technical advice and best practice recommendations for these advanced multi-physics applications.
Best regards,
Gary
