OTT/OpenNode/WESTT Base Blocks

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The OTT/OpenNode/WESTT Base Blocks mind map template provides a structured catalog of 130 open-source software components across five core domains: Geom, Mesh, PDE Solver, Post, and Dev Libs. It covers tools like OpenCascade, gmsh, OpenFOAM, and ParaView, with details on state, partners, and functionalities. This template serves as a reference for engineers and researchers evaluating open-source tools for CFD, CAD, and mesh generation workflows. Key nodes include 'BlockMesh (OpenFoam)' with its structured blockMesh generator and 'snappyHexMesh' for parallel hexa refined mesh. The template is organized as a five-branch hierarchy, making it easy to compare tools like TetGen (tetra mesh, no GUI) and Salome (GUI, shape healing).

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When to use this template

CFD engineers and researchers

Selecting an open-source mesh generator for a CFD project

Computational scientists and simulation analysts

Evaluating PDE solvers for multiphase flow simulation

Software developers and tool integrators

Comparing CAD geometry libraries for integration into a custom toolchain

How to use this template

Step 1

Open and Explore the Core Branches

Open the template in Xmind to navigate the five core domains including Geom, Mesh, PDE Solver, Post, and Dev Libs.

Step 2

Examine and Compare Tool Details

Expand specific tool nodes like OpenFOAM or ParaView to evaluate their state, partners, and functional capabilities.

Step 3

Customize and Export Your Evaluation

Add personal insights or markers to the branches and export your final software comparison as a PDF or image.

Frequently asked questions

What is the OTT/OpenNode/WESTT Base Blocks mind map used for?

It is a reference catalog of open-source software components for computational geometry, meshing, PDE solving, post-processing, and development libraries, helping users select tools for CFD and CAD workflows.

Which mesh generators are covered in this template?

It includes BlockMesh, gmsh, TetGen, Engrid, Salome, snappyHexMesh, gerris, and discretizer, each with details on GUI, CAD import formats, and mesh types (tetra, hexa, etc.).

Does the template include information about software activity status?

Yes, many tools have a 'State' node indicating activity, such as 'Still in activity' for OpenCascade and Salome, or 'development seems to be stopped' for Overture and openFVM.

Can I use this template to compare PDE solvers?

Yes, the 'PDE Solver' branch lists solvers like OpenFOAM, openFVM, CodeAster, and Elmer, with functionalities such as multiphase flow and adaptive mesh refinement.

Is this template editable in Xmind?

Yes, you can open the .xmind file in Xmind and customize nodes, add notes, or reorganize branches to fit your specific evaluation criteria.

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