Altair OptiStruct™

Altair OptiStruct™ is a cutting-edge structural analysis and optimisation solver, designed to tackle complex engineering challenges. With capabilities in topology optimisation, dynamics, and multiphysics, OptiStruct enables the creation of lightweight, high-performance designs for durability, NVH, and more.

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What is Altair OptiStruct™?

Altair OptiStruct™ is a comprehensive structural and optimisation solver, known for its ability to handle a wide range of applications, from static and dynamic analysis to nonlinear problems and design optimisation.

It’s widely used in industries focused on creating efficient, lightweight structures, making it ideal for applications in automotive, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing.


OptiStruct supports various optimisation types, including topology for large design spaces, topography for thin-walled structures, and free-size for determining ideal thickness distribution in machined components.

It is also effective in optimising composite structures and defining optimal laminate layups.

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Key features of Altair OptiStruct™

Altair OptiStruct™ delivers an extensive set of features to support comprehensive analysis, leading optimisation capabilities, and multiphysics simulations. These features empower engineers to innovate with confidence and improve product performance across disciplines.

Altair OptiStruct simulation showcasing rubber material analysis, highlighting material deformation and stress distribution for optimised product performance.

Complete Analysis Solution

OptiStruct offers solvers for linear, nonlinear, vibration, acoustic, thermal, and multiphysics analyses, ensuring accurate and scalable results on both CPU and GPU.

Altair OptiStruct analysis of an Airbus rib structure, displaying a detailed view of structural optimisation for lightweight design and improved strength.

Industry-Leading Optimisation

A pioneer in topology and topography optimisation, OptiStruct supports advanced composite and lattice structure design, making it ideal for 3D printing and innovative material use.

Altair OptiStruct electric motor simulation, illustrating internal components with stress analysis for enhanced motor efficiency and performance.

Real-World Multiphysics

Real-World Multiphysics

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Key features of Altair OptiStruct™

Industry-leading tool for multi-material and multi-model topology optimisation.
Multiphysics simulation covering structural mechanics, fluid dynamics, and electromagnetics.
Includes NASTRAN linear formulation for precise strength and deformation evaluation.
Specialised solvers like AMSES and FASTFR provide high accuracy for both single components and complex assemblies.
Integrate OptiStruct with thermomechanical solvers for complex simulations, including fluid-structure and electromagnetic-structure interactions.
Advanced design features for composite parts, supporting everything from ply shapes to layup schedules.

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Why choose simutron

Expert solutions with unmatched support

Simutron partners with Altair to offer powerful, flexible solutions tailored to meet the demands of modern engineering. With advanced technology, dedicated support, and flexible licensing, we equip your team with the tools needed to innovate, optimise processes, and stay competitive.

Flexible Licensing

Access a full suite of tools with one scalable licence.

Centralised Platform

Manage licences, downloads, and resources in one convenient platform.

Extended Tool Access

Gain 65+ additional tools through the Altair Partner Alliance.

Expert Support Team

Receive guidance from engineering experts to maximise your tools.

Multi-Disciplinary Solutions

Benefit from solutions in structural, fluid, EM, and data analysis

CAD Integration

Simulate directly on CAD models without simplification or meshing.

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