Analysis and Categorization of Available Software in Materials Engineering

Analysis and Categorization of Available Software in Materials Engineering

Since familiarity with specialized software is crucial for all materials engineering professionals, this document categorizes essential materials engineering software into five main groups, providing a brief explanation of each.

Category 1: Simulation and Design

• Accelrys Materials Studio
  A comprehensive modeling and simulation environment that allows researchers in materials science and chemistry to predict and analyze the atomic and molecular structure, properties, and behavior of materials.
• Substance Alchemist
  A next-generation tool designed for creating, identifying, and managing materials.
• SOLIDCast
  A widely used computer-based solidification modeling system for the foundry industry.
• HSC Chemistry
  A specialized software from Outotec used for simulating chemical processes and performing thermodynamic calculations for mineral processing.
• ESI ProCAST 2016.1 Suite
  A new software from ESI, a leading company in industrial simulation software development.
• DS SIMULIA Suite 2020 HF1 (Abaqus)
  A complete simulation software that provides powerful simulation tools for various engineering fields.

 

Category 2: Prediction and Probabilities

• RT
  A software used for probabilistic analysis and reliability assessment.
• Honeywell Predict
  Helps users predict and control corrosion and erosion in carbon steel under CO₂ and H₂S environments.

 

Category 3: Image and Data Analysis

• OriginPro
  A key software for data analysis and high-quality graphical representation, catering to the needs of scientists and engineers.
• Image Tool Software
  A compact and useful tool for creating images from USB drives.
• Image J
  A powerful software for analyzing microscopic images in materials engineering.
• Xpert HighScore
  A complete X-ray diffraction pattern analysis software from PANalytical.
• CrystalMaker
  A capable program for analyzing molecular and crystal structures, providing an interactive and visual representation of molecular materials.

 

Category 4: Tables, Images, and Databases

• SingleCrystal
  The simplest way to visualize and understand crystal properties and structures, designed for intuitive visualization of crystallographic networks and diffraction patterns.
• Periodic Table
  A feature-rich periodic table of elements developed by August Software.
• Key to Steel
  A large database of steels and cast irons, categorized by type and application.
• FLOW-3D CAST Advanced
  A powerful CFD software designed to help researchers analyze the dynamic behavior of liquids and gases in various applications.
• Atlas of Phase Diagrams
  A collection of 1,067 binary phase diagrams and 300 ternary phase diagrams from the ASM Metals Handbook Vol. 3, providing data extraction and phase percentage calculations.

 

Category 5: Calculations

• OMNIC
  A software capable of peak area and height measurement, 2D and 3D peak visualization, spectrum overlay, and more.