DWSIM is a chemical simulator that includes advanced options only found in commercial platforms. With its environment you can create thermodynamic models, operation units and tools, among many other functions. The program also includes:
- CAPE-OPEN certifications, regarding the operation of the unit and thermal packages.
- Supports loading flow diagrams (loads and saves drawings).
- Support for multiple chemical reactions and reactors.
- Vapor-liquid equilibrium (VLE) calculations, uses the Chao-Seader model. Implements CAPE-OPEN Thermodynamic Equilibrium and Property Calculators property packages. Classifies petroleum-derived products (TBP and ASTM).
- Performs binary data regression procedures (VEG).
- You can expand its capabilities through components and plugins.
- Its interface features a top menu, the work area, and a tool dock that floats in the center of the interface.
From the menu you can change the language to Spanish (English, German and Portuguese), add user databases and Chemp, and select preexisting options for CAPE-OPEN.
Another interesting point is the possibility of writing and executing scripts within the program itself. You write them using the languages IronRuby, IronPython, JScript and VBScript. This service works thanks to two characteristics. First, it is entirely developed with Visual Basic. And second, its code is Open Source.
The program consumes a large amount of system resources and its use is very complex, only suitable for people who are strangers to chemistry. However, if you are a professional or advanced student, the tool is an excellent chemical simulator. You can find it for Windows, Mac OS X, Linux and iOS and Android devices.
