Thunderhead Engineering Ventus Overview
It is meticulously designed to provide a comprehensive pressurization simulation for smoke control analysis. This cutting-edge simulation is executed through CONTAM, an open-source application developed and maintained by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).Features of Thunderhead Engineering Ventus
Import CAD Geometry: It facilitates the import of CAD models or floorplans to build your project's geometry effortlessly. Its intuitive interface allows you to navigate your model and designate flow paths easily.
Design Simulations in 3D: Built with precision, it minimizes errors and mistakes by allowing you to visualize your model in real-time. This feature enables you to investigate intricate details through its intelligent user interface.
Deliver Quick Answers: Generate data reports for all your configured scenarios, giving you confidence that your inputs are accurate and leading to the right solutions.
Simulate Multiple Ambient Conditions: Easily compare results under different outdoor conditions. It allows you to maintain multiple simulation configurations for sensitivity analyses and scenarios.
Zone Modeling: It empowers users to create 3D models of pressure zones based on actual building geometry.
Scenario Management: The software efficiently manages multi-variable scenarios, streamlining batch CONTAM simulations and analysis.
Data Visualization: It tabulates results data for multiple scenarios into easily digestible CSV data and stunning 3D visuals.
System Requirements and Technical Details
Operating System: Windows 10/11
CPU: Core i5 3570 (4 Cores) / Athlon X4 970 (4 Cores)
Memory: 8GB RAM