OpenFAST Insights

What is OpenFAST?

OpenFAST is a free, open-source wind turbine simulation tool developed by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). It is used for simulating the dynamic response of wind turbines, including their structural loads, power production, and control system performance. OpenFAST couples aerodynamic models with structural dynamics models to provide a comprehensive simulation of wind turbine behavior under various operating conditions. It is commonly used by researchers and engineers in the wind energy industry for design optimization, performance analysis, and certification of wind turbines.

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What other technologies are related to OpenFAST?

OpenFAST Competitor Technologies

Orcaflex

Orcaflex is a commercial software package used for hydrodynamic analysis of offshore renewable energy systems, including floating wind turbines. It provides similar capabilities to OpenFAST for simulating the dynamic response of these systems, making it a competitor.

mentioned alongside OpenFAST in 3% (62) of relevant job posts

OpenFAST Complementary Technologies

MATLAB

MATLAB is a numerical computing environment often used in conjunction with OpenFAST for pre- and post-processing of simulation data, control system design, and model development. It complements OpenFAST by providing tools for analysis and customization.

mentioned alongside OpenFAST in 0% (89) of relevant job posts

Python

Python is a versatile programming language frequently used with OpenFAST for scripting, data analysis, and automation of simulation workflows. Its extensive libraries and ease of use make it a strong complement to OpenFAST's simulation capabilities.

mentioned alongside OpenFAST in 0% (123) of relevant job posts