Simulation Software

[Melvang]

For simulations of new designs, what software seems to be popular?

[madmattd]

Working Model 2D has been the norm. Not free, and even the student version is (or rather was the last I looked) a bit pricey. I know of at least 2 teams that have written their own sim for their specific designs using Python or similar. Way beyond my skill level!

[Thor's Hammer]

Hey Melvang. If your building a trebuchet, I have used virtual trebuchet. It works pretty decent for a free online simulator. www.virtualtrebuchet.com

[Avendano]

Unfortunately Working Model 2D is a bit pricey. It's the best though, from anything I've had the opportunity to use anyway.