PetraSim 5.1.1621

This release is a patch that prevents problems related to the latest ATI graphics card driver and PetraSim’s use of textures (e.g. top images). … Continue Reading


Pathfinder 2011: Movement Scripting Tutorial

The latest Pathfinder 2011 beta release included a new movement scripting feature (behaviors). This system can be used to give individual occupants or groups a sequence of GOTO and WAIT commands that they will follow during the simulation. The following tutorial videos (audio included) show how to use this system in Pathfinder 2011. … Continue Reading


PyroSim 2010.2.1621

This release is a patch that prevents problems related to the latest ATI graphics card driver and background images. … Continue Reading


Pathfinder 2011.0.0420 (Beta)

This release is an update to the Pathfinder 2011 Beta. This version introduces movement/waypoint scripting (behaviors) and parallel processing. This version also includes additional 3D models including several casual models and a firefighter model.
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PetraSim 5.1.1605

This release fixes two bugs related to the new flux-based boundary condition specification options. … Continue Reading


Dambovita Center, Bucharest, Romania

Submission by: Donna Netanel from S. Netanel Engineers and Consulting Ltd and OffStream Studios.

Plaza Centers has entered into a public-private partnership agreement with the Government of Romania to develop the Dambovita Center (known as Casa Radio) (Forum with Additional Images) in Bucharest, the largest development plot available in the city centre.” [Quote from this Forum with links added by Thunderhead]

The image and models below, created by Donna and Offstream Studios, show a view of the PyroSim model at the top and two Smokeview renders of the Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) simulation.  With the excellent use of obstruction transparency and colors, it is easy to visualize smoke movement within the volume of the building.

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