Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) has unveiled Fierro, a new open-source code designed to improve the safety and performance of manufactured parts by simulating their microstructure. Fierro performs multiscale and multiphysics simulations, optimizing designs through AI to enhance strength and safety.
Advanced Simulation Capabilities
“Codes such as these are essential to understanding the relationship between manufacturing processes and part performance,” said Nathaniel Morgan, lead developer of Fierro. Fierro’s unique multiphysics solvers and advanced multiscale models simulate the performance of parts, leveraging modern supercomputers for high-fidelity simulations. This technology can significantly benefit industries like aircraft and automotive by reducing weight and energy consumption.
Real-World Applications and Benefits
Fierro addresses critical issues in manufacturing, such as those seen in a 1996 MD-88 aircraft accident caused by microstructural failure. The code supports applications with extreme shear and deformation, improving material performance and reducing waste. Users can access Fierro on GitHub and YouTube.
Funding and Support
The development of Fierro is funded by the Laboratory Directed Research and Development Program at LANL, the Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration, and the U.S. Department of Defense Joint Munitions Program. For more information, visit the LANL website.
Source: losalamosreporter.com