SimSpray
A Comprehensive Nozzle Simulation Tool
SimSpray is an advanced simulation software crafted to simplify the intricate world of spray nozzle analysis. Whether you're immersed in spray design, manufacturing, or research, SimSpray offers a user-friendly and dependable platform to model pressure model spray and extract vital information about nozzle performance.
What does SimSpray do?
SimSpray is your ultimate solution for modeling spray coating processes and unraveling the key characteristics of your spray nozzles, including flow dynamics, spray pattern, and droplet size distribution. It brings a host of powerful features to streamline your work:
Precise Calculations
Accurately calculates coating layer thickness, roughness, and porosity at any location on the substrate, whether stationary or in motion.
Flow Dynamics Analysis
Gain insights into the flow dynamics inside the nozzle, providing a comprehensive understanding of the nozzle's performance.
Particle Analysis
Detailed insights into the initial velocity, diameter, and temperature of each injected particle, facilitating a thorough understanding of spray behaviour. Import data seamlessly from a DPV2000 system for further analysis.
Versatile Applications
Capable of simulating various types of spray systems, including splash-plate nozzles, swirling spray nozzles, pressurized spray nozzles, and air-assisted systems.
Applications & Features
SimSpray goes beyond the basics and offers a plethora of applications
and features:
Fluid Dynamics Analysis
Analyze and develop various types of liquids and molten metals for coating applications, providing a detailed understanding of fluid behaviour.
Optimization
Determine optimal parameters and characteristics like droplet velocity, size distribution, and temperature for both the liquid and the substrate.
Nozzle Porosity Analysis
SimSpray includes built-in models for calculating porosity in the coating layer, considering factors like unfilled cavities, splat curl-up, un-melted particles, and satellite droplets.
Nozzle Splat Shapes
Access a library of drop splat shapes crucial in forming the coating, enhancing your design capabilities.
Integration
SimSpray seamlessly integrates with the publicly available post-processing OOF, developed by NIST, enabling a finite element analysis of microstructures for a more comprehensive understanding.