Case Study: Weidlinger Associates protects structures with Tecplot 360

CFD Visualization Helps Protect Integrity of Buildings, Bridges, and Ships

Weidlinger Associates, a structural engineering firm, needed to analyze vast amounts of complex computational data to understand how buildings, bridges, and ships would deform under extreme loads like explosions and earthquakes. Their challenge was to visualize this data effectively to design structures that protect people. They turned to the vendor Tecplot, Inc. and utilized their product, Tecplot 360, a CFD visualization and numerical simulation tool.

By implementing Tecplot 360, Weidlinger engineers could quickly create detailed 2D and 3D visualizations and animations of structural behavior, allowing them to explore "what-if" scenarios and identify vulnerabilities. The solution from Tecplot enabled them to handle massive datasets with ease, saving significant time and providing the quality control needed for highly accurate analysis. This resulted in better, faster recommendations for clients, leading to the design of more secure structures at a lower cost.

Weidlinger Associates

Adam Hapij

Senior Associate