Siemens Simcenter FLOEFD
CAD-embedded computational fluid dynamics and thermal simulation software that enables design engineers to evaluate fluid flow, heat transfer and thermal performance directly inside their CAD environment.
Simcenter FLOEFD brings CFD simulation earlier into product development, allowing engineers to investigate design alternatives and solve fluid and thermal problems before expensive prototypes are manufactured.
Request FLOEFD Demo Discuss Your CFD RequirementWhat is Simcenter FLOEFD?
Simcenter FLOEFD is Siemens' fully CAD-embedded computational fluid dynamics solution designed for both product designers and simulation engineers.
Unlike traditional CFD workflows that often require geometry export, cleanup and rebuilding in a separate simulation environment, FLOEFD enables engineers to use native CAD geometry directly.
This allows fluid and thermal simulation to be performed much earlier in product development, when design changes are easier and less expensive to implement.
Core FLOEFD Capabilities
- Internal fluid flow
- External fluid flow
- Heat transfer
- Conjugate heat transfer
- Thermal radiation
- Turbulent flow
- Compressible flow
- Rotating equipment
- Electronics cooling
- PCB thermal analysis
- Parametric design studies
- Design comparison
- Structural analysis workflows
- Electromagnetics workflows
Simcenter FLOEFD Capabilities
Evaluate flow and temperature behaviour directly within the product development environment and use simulation results to improve the design.
Internal Flow
Analyze airflow and liquid flow through pipes, channels, ducts, valves and internal product passages.
External Flow
Study airflow or liquid flow around products and evaluate aerodynamic or hydrodynamic performance.
Heat Transfer
Predict temperatures and heat flow within components and assemblies under operating conditions.
Conjugate Heat Transfer
Evaluate conduction within solids together with convection in the surrounding fluids.
Thermal Radiation
Include radiation effects when evaluating complex thermal management problems.
Turbulent Flow
Analyze real-world engineering flows involving turbulence and complex fluid motion.
Rotating Components
Evaluate fans, impellers, rotating equipment and moving fluid devices.
Electronics Cooling
Predict component temperatures, airflow and cooling performance inside electronic products.
EV Thermal Management
Study thermal behaviour of batteries, electronics, motors and related electric vehicle systems.
Parametric Studies
Compare multiple design variations to understand which geometry provides better fluid or thermal performance.
Multiphysics
Extend thermal-fluid studies into structural and electromagnetic simulation workflows.
Frontload Simulation
Move CFD analysis earlier into the design process so problems can be identified before detailed validation.
Perform CFD Directly Inside CAD
Simcenter FLOEFD is available in CAD-embedded configurations that allow engineers to work with the native design geometry, CAD parameters and assembly structure.
FLOEFD for NX
Perform CFD and thermal analysis directly within Siemens NX using native NX geometry.
FLOEFD for Solid Edge
Integrate fluid-flow and thermal simulation directly into the Solid Edge design workflow.
FLOEFD for Creo
Use native Creo geometry and design parameters directly for CFD simulation.
FLOEFD for CATIA V5
Perform CAD-embedded flow and thermal analysis for CATIA V5 engineering workflows.
Why CAD-Embedded CFD Matters
Less Data Translation
Use native CAD geometry instead of repeatedly exporting models to a separate CFD application.
Fast Design Changes
Modify the design in CAD and quickly evaluate how those changes influence fluid and thermal performance.
Reuse CAD Parameters
Use existing product dimensions and design parameters for simulation-driven engineering studies.
Designer Friendly
Allow design engineers to perform CFD studies without leaving their familiar CAD environment.
Shorter Workflow
Reduce setup overhead and move from design geometry to simulation results more efficiently.
Earlier Decisions
Use CFD insights before the design is frozen, when engineering changes are easier to implement.
Electronics Cooling with Simcenter FLOEFD
FLOEFD includes specialist capabilities for electronics thermal analysis, helping engineers predict temperatures, cooling effectiveness and thermal hotspots earlier in product development.
PCB Thermal Analysis
Evaluate thermal behaviour across printed circuit boards and electronic assemblies.
IC Package Cooling
Analyze heat dissipation and thermal hotspots for packaged semiconductor devices.
Fan Cooling
Simulate fan-driven airflow and cooling performance inside electronic enclosures.
Heat Sinks
Evaluate heat-sink design, airflow distribution and component temperature.
Electronic Enclosures
Predict system-level airflow and temperature distribution inside electronic products.
Hotspot Prediction
Identify thermal hotspots before hardware testing and investigate design alternatives.
From CAD Design to CFD Result
Create CAD
Develop the product geometry.
Define Simulation
Select fluids, materials and conditions.
Automatic Meshing
Generate the CFD mesh within the CAD workflow.
Solve & Review
Calculate flow, pressure and temperature.
Improve Design
Modify CAD and compare the new performance.
Simcenter FLOEFD Licensing Options
FLOEFD licensing can be configured according to the CAD platform, required CFD capabilities, specialist modules and deployment strategy.
FLOEFD CAD Integration
Choose the FLOEFD configuration aligned with your organization's CAD environment.
- FLOEFD for NX
- FLOEFD for Solid Edge
- FLOEFD for Creo
- FLOEFD for CATIA V5
- Native CAD geometry workflow
- Integrated CFD simulation
Additional Modules
Specialized modules can extend FLOEFD for particular simulation requirements depending on the selected configuration.
- Electronics thermal applications
- Advanced thermal modelling
- Structural workflows
- Electromagnetic workflows
- EV-related applications
- Application-specific capability
Simcenter Licensing
Organizations with broader Simcenter requirements can evaluate Siemens licensing options for flexible access across simulation capabilities.
- Individual engineering users
- Shared team environments
- Multiple simulation applications
- Scalable enterprise deployment
- Configuration based on requirements
Licensing note: Exact FLOEFD product configurations, add-on modules, subscription terms and commercial licensing vary by CAD platform, Siemens release and regional program. Contact Rheologist Gaze & Solutions for current licensing information and the appropriate configuration.
Where Can Simcenter FLOEFD Be Used?
⚙️ Industrial Machinery
Analyze cooling, airflow, fluid passages and machine thermal performance.
🚗 Automotive & EV
Evaluate cooling, battery systems, electric components and vehicle thermal management.
💻 Electronics
Analyze PCBs, heat sinks, electronic enclosures and thermal hotspots.
🔌 Semiconductor
Evaluate IC packages, electronics cooling and system-level thermal behaviour.
🌬️ HVAC
Analyze airflow, ventilation, cooling and thermal comfort.
⚡ Electric Motors
Evaluate motor cooling and temperature behaviour within electrified products.
🏭 Process Equipment
Study fluid flow and thermal performance inside industrial equipment.
🩺 Medical Devices
Analyze fluid and thermal behaviour during medical product development.
🛠️ Consumer Products
Evaluate airflow, cooling, temperature and overall thermal performance.
Who Should Use Simcenter FLOEFD?
Design Engineers
Ideal for engineers who want CFD directly inside their CAD environment.
Thermal Engineers
For thermal management and cooling design studies.
Electronics Engineers
For PCB, enclosure, semiconductor and electronics cooling.
CAE & R&D Teams
For fast fluid and thermal analysis during product development.
Simcenter FLOEFD Across Industries
Why Choose Simcenter FLOEFD?
Fully CAD Embedded
Perform fluid and thermal simulation without leaving your CAD environment.
Shorter Simulation Workflow
Reduce geometry translation and traditional CFD model preparation activities.
Frontload CFD
Introduce simulation earlier when design changes are easier and less expensive.
Rapid Design Comparison
Modify native CAD geometry and quickly compare alternative design configurations.
Thermal Management
Identify overheating and cooling problems before physical testing.
Reduce Prototype Cost
Use virtual testing to reduce unnecessary physical design iterations.
Simcenter FLOEFD Sales, Training & Support
Looking for CAD-embedded CFD software for fluid flow, heat transfer, electronics cooling or thermal management?
Rheologist Gaze & Solutions can support your organization with Simcenter FLOEFD product evaluation, demonstrations, licensing selection, implementation, application training and technical support.