Perform pre and post-processing operations for such solvers as MSC Nastran, Marc, Abaqus, LS-DYNA, ANSYS, and Pam-Crash. Create FE models from scratch, make meshes on surfaces and solids, and directly import from and export into the Parasolid format handled by multiple CAD systems.
Download of Patran 2012.0 was on the developer's website when we last checked. We cannot confirm if there is a free download of this software available. The actual developer of the software is MSC SOFTWARE.
According to the results of the Google Safe Browsing check, the developer's site is safe. Despite this, we recommend checking the downloaded files with any free antivirus software. The latest version of the software can be downloaded for PCs running Windows XP/7/8/10/11, both 32 and 64-bit. Patran.exe is the frequent file name to indicate the Patran installer. The most popular versions of the tool are 2012.0 and 16.2. Patran lies within Photo & Graphics Tools, more precisely 3D Design.
From the developer:
This software application is providing solid modeling, meshing, analysis setup and post-processing for multiple solvers including MSC Nastran, Marc, Abaqus, LS-DYNA, ANSYS, and Pam-Crash.Patran's comprehensive and industry tested capabilities ensure that your virtual prototyping efforts provide results fast so that you can evaluate product performance against requirements and optimize your designs.
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