{"id":27838,"date":"2021-06-23T03:21:55","date_gmt":"2021-06-23T07:21:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter\/?p=27838"},"modified":"2026-03-26T06:49:39","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T10:49:39","slug":"simcenter-star-ccm-cfd-free-trial","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter\/simcenter-star-ccm-cfd-free-trial\/","title":{"rendered":"Simcenter STAR-CCM+ free CFD trial"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Explore the power of Simcenter STAR-CCM+ with a 30-day free trial.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"314\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/marine_Trials_hero_image_1200x628-600x314.jpg\" alt=\"Naval architect using Simcenter STAR-CCM+\" class=\"wp-image-27841\" style=\"width:840px;height:439px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/marine_Trials_hero_image_1200x628-600x314.jpg 600w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/marine_Trials_hero_image_1200x628-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/marine_Trials_hero_image_1200x628-768x402.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/marine_Trials_hero_image_1200x628-1536x804.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/marine_Trials_hero_image_1200x628-900x471.jpg 900w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/marine_Trials_hero_image_1200x628.jpg 1739w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>For engineers working across industries, staying competitive in today\u2019s economic environment requires an efficient, digital approach to product design, and the ability to rapidly assess innovative ideas and explore alternatives. With Simcenter STAR-CCM+, you can predict and understand the real-world behavior of your product at full scale and under realistic operating conditions. No design or scenario is too complex to investigate. Simulate fluid dynamics, aerodynamics, propulsion, thermal effects, and more, and go from CAD to results in one integrated package. Our intuitive workflows make it quick and easy to set up CFD simulations and optimize designs, regardless of your application domain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our<a href=\"https:\/\/trials.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter-star-ccm-marine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> free trial <\/a>includes everything you need to instantly start running CFD simulations.&nbsp; You can launch the trial in your browser in just minutes \u2013 no installation necessary. The trial includes access to Simcenter STAR-CCM+, sample files, and guided examples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to access your free trial<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/trials.sw.siemens.com\/en-US\/trials\/simcenter-star-ccm-marine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Start your experience with Simcenter STAR-CCM+<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Launch your free trial and explore the CFD software, support, training, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Access the&nbsp;trial here: <a href=\"https:\/\/trials.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter-star-ccm-marine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Simcenter STAR-CCM+<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sign up for an account, or sign in with your Google&nbsp;or LinkedIn account<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirm your email address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Launch the virtual desktop and start using Simcenter STAR-CCM+ &#8211; no installation is required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow the tutorials and instructions available on the software launch page.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tutorials and guided examples are included<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tutorials and guided examples are available on <a href=\"https:\/\/trials.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter-star-ccm-marine\/launch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the launch page<\/a>. The README doc contains everything you need to get started, and links to four guided examples. The files for the examples are on your virtual desktop, along with Simcenter STAR-CCM+<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/trials.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter-star-ccm-marine\/launch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"942\" height=\"718\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/Trial-launch-page.png\" alt=\"Simcenter STAR-CCM+ free trial launch page\" class=\"wp-image-28252\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/Trial-launch-page.png 942w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/Trial-launch-page-600x457.png 600w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/Trial-launch-page-768x585.png 768w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/Trial-launch-page-900x686.png 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 942px) 100vw, 942px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>There are four examples you can follow, each of which showcases different applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#009999\">Hydrodynamic performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Simulate a fast boat interacting with oblique waves. Learn how to visualize interaction with the free surface and how to monitor g-force on the hull and accelerations passengers would experience<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><video controls src=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/Blog-Video-June-18-2021_Compressed.mp4\"><\/video><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Topics covered:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Setting up scenes and analysis in Simcenter STAR-CCM+<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Running a simulation and monitoring results<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter\/whistle-while-you-mesh-simcenter-star-ccm-model-driven-adaptive-mesh-refinement-amr\/\">automatic mesh refinement<\/a> enables efficient and accurate solutions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Learn more about setting up and running your cases in super-fast time in this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plm.automation.siemens.com\/global\/en\/webinar\/marine-cfd\/69066\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">online presentation<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#009999\">External aerodynamics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"548\" height=\"279\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/image-1.png\" alt=\"streamlines showing aerodynamic wake behind a multi-role vessel. Free trial tutorial.\" class=\"wp-image-27863\" style=\"width:411px;height:209px\"\/><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p>Gain insight into the aerodynamic wake of an asymmetrical vessel. Learn how to set up and run a simulation from CAD to solution.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Topics covered:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Importing CAD and setting up meshing, physics, plot,s and scenes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to specify wind direction and speed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Using scenes and plots to investigate the impact of the wind on the deck<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#009999\">Design exploration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p>Perform design exploration on a 2D hydrofoil, aiming to minimize drag. Learn how to use parameterization and intelligent search to perform automated design optimization.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"564\" height=\"246\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/image-2.png\" alt=\"design exploration on a 2D hydrofoil.\" class=\"wp-image-27864\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Topics covered:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Setting up design parameters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Using Design Manager to manage an automated design exploration study<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Using built-in post-processing to find trade-offs in design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color\" style=\"color:#009999\">Self-propulsion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"358\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/self-propulsion_640.jpg\" alt=\"self-propulsion free trial example\" class=\"wp-image-28360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/self-propulsion_640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/self-propulsion_640-600x336.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p>Set up a full-scale ship simulation including self-propulsion with a virtual propeller and compare the results to sea trial data. Learn how to use the Hull Performance Workflow to quickly set up simulations and ensure repeatability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Topics covered:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Using the Hull Performance Workflow to set up simulations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to include a virtual propeller<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Running simulations over a range of operating conditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>For more self-propulsion CFD results, watch this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.plm.automation.siemens.com\/global\/en\/webinar\/simulating-ship-self-propulsion\/38183\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">on-demand webinar <\/a>where Lloyd\u2019s Register compares full-scale Simcenter STAR-CCM+ CFD results with sea trial data.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Start your Simcenter STAR-CCM+ free trial today<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting started with this trial is easy, with no complicated downloads or lengthy installations. You get instant access through your browser, any time, anywhere, for 30 days. So <a href=\"https:\/\/trials.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter-star-ccm-marine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sign up now<\/a> and enjoy exploring Simcenter STAR-CCM+!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-499968f5 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/trials.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter-star-ccm-marine\" style=\"background-color:#009999\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"https:\/\/trials.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter-star-ccm-marine noopener\">Launch Simcenter STAR-CCM+ free trial now!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.g2.com\/products\/simcenter-star-ccm\/reviews?utm_source=review-widget\" title=\"Read reviews of Simcenter STAR-CCM+ on G2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"full-width\" style=\"max-width: 200px\" alt=\"Read Simcenter STAR-CCM+ reviews on G2\" src=\"https:\/\/www.g2.com\/products\/simcenter-star-ccm\/widgets\/stars?color=gray&amp;type=read\" \/><\/a><script>(function(a,b,c,d){window.fetch(\"https:\/\/www.g2.com\/products\/simcenter-star-ccm\/rating_schema.json\").then(e=>e.json()).then(f=>{c=a.createElement(b);c.type=\"application\/ld+json\";c.text=JSON.stringify(f);d=a.getElementsByTagName(b)[0];d.parentNode.insertBefore(c,d);});})(document,\"script\");<\/script>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Explore the power of Simcenter STAR-CCM+ with a 30-day free CFD trial<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":26037,"featured_media":27841,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"spanish_translation":"","french_translation":"","german_translation":"","italian_translation":"","polish_translation":"","japanese_translation":"","chinese_translation":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[10827,242,244,63973,10819,63972],"industry":[],"product":[513],"coauthors":[779],"class_list":["post-27838","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news","tag-cfd","tag-computational-fluid-dynamics-cfd","tag-design-exploration","tag-free-trial","tag-simcenter-star-ccm","tag-software","product-simcenter-star-ccm"],"featured_image_url":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2021\/06\/marine_Trials_hero_image_1200x628.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27838","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/26037"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=27838"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27838\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":70426,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27838\/revisions\/70426"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/27841"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=27838"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=27838"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=27838"},{"taxonomy":"industry","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/industry?post=27838"},{"taxonomy":"product","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product?post=27838"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/simcenter\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=27838"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}