New features include a bi-directional, parametric integration into ANSYS Workbench, elliptical cross-section shapes for volutes, export interfaces to Parasolid and hyperMill, a direct path to the Coolprop library for real gas behaviour, easier access to parametric batch mode optimisation, and numerous other enhancements.

Ralph Peter Mueller, President of CFturbo Inc. said: "In addition to better turbomachinery design capabilities, we have upgraded our software with an improved solution for fast, accurate, cost-effective and user-friendly 3D-flow-simulation. With CFturbo SMP, customers get realistic results that compare accurately with multiple field tests on various types of turbomachines. It provides users with the confidence to design excellent geometries before building and testing physical prototypes.”