openfast ☆
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Description:
NREL-supported OpenFAST whole-turbine simulation code
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @NREL  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Other
Tags: wind-energy simulation aerodynamics engineering nrel openfast
Install: brew install openfast
About:
OpenFAST is an open-source wind turbine simulation tool developed by NREL that couples aerodynamics, hydrodynamics, and structural dynamics models. It enables high-fidelity aeroelastic simulation of both onshore and offshore wind turbines. The software is modular, allowing users to model complex systems with multiple turbine configurations.
Key Features:
  • Coupled aero-hydro-servo-elastic simulation
  • Modular architecture with extensible modules
  • Supports multiple turbine configurations (onshore/offshore)
  • High-fidelity physics modeling
  • Open-source with active community support
Use Cases:
  • Wind turbine design and optimization
  • Offshore wind farm development
  • Aeroelastic stability analysis
  • Turbine control system validation
Alternatives:
  • FAST – FAST is the predecessor to OpenFAST with limited modularity
  • OpenFOAM – OpenFOAM focuses on CFD but lacks specialized wind turbine modules
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Dec 21, 2024 8:08pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 9c304e12
Oct 30, 2024 5:15am 0 VERSION_BUMP 84bb2e6d
Oct 30, 2024 3:44am 0 VERSION_BUMP 548a0b54
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