Abaqus
Simulate real world product behavior with nonlinear FEA and multiphysics analysis in Abaqus
Abaqus Overview
Abaqus is a finite element analysis (FEA) suite used to simulate how parts and assemblies behave under real operating conditions. It is widely used for nonlinear problems such as large deformation, contact, material nonlinearity, thermal analysis, and complex multiphysics interactions.

Key Capabilities
Comprehensive tools for every scenario
Key Capabilities:
- Analysis CapabilitiesNonlinear static and dynamic stress analysis, Linear dynamics (which include a highly efficient AMS EigenSolver) , Heat transfer, Acoustics, Multi-physics procedures (Thermal/structural simulations, Thermal/structural/electrical simulations, Battery simulations)
- Element CapabilitiesLinear and quadratic solid elements for stress analysis, Structural elements, Elements for coupled simulations, Special elements for modeling: Gaskets, A wide range of kinematic behaviors, Spot welds, Adhesive connections
- Materials Models AvailableLinear elasticity and viscoelasticity, Nonlinear viscoelasticity, Isotropic and kinematic plasticity, Damage and fracture mechanics, Multiscale and Mean-Field Homogenization

Frequently Asked Questions
Resources
Composites Don't Fail at Random: Your Simulation Should Know Why
A practical look at how CATIA composite design and Abaqus structural simulation work as a unified system on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform
Read more →One token for all your simulations- Is it too good to be true?
Discover how SIMULIA unified licensing tokens pool all resources for more flexibility, less overhead
Read more →Unified Modeling and Simulation (MODSIM): Why and How?
Instead of treating design and simulation as two separate steps, MODSIM enables engineers to model, simulate, analyze, and optimize products simultaneously
Read more →What is New in CST Studio Suite 2026
2026 update now includes: solver performance & ADAS upgrades, Antenna Magus SBD library, Filter Designer 3D wizard, and non-parametric optimization & more
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