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Description
PFC, which stands for Particle Flow Code, is a versatile distinct-element modeling tool offered in both two-dimensional and three-dimensional versions, known as PFC2D and PFC3D. This framework is engineered to replicate synthetic granular and solid materials by treating them as assemblies composed of rigid particles of varying sizes, which can include shapes like disks, spheres, and various forms of polyhedra. Its design affords an effective and adaptable approach to simulating the dynamics, interactions, fragmentation, flow, deformation, and failure of particle systems in fields such as geomechanics, mining, civil engineering, materials processing, and industrial design. Notably, PFC excels in scenarios where material behavior is dictated by interactions at the particle level, such as contact mechanics, bonding, friction, rearrangement, fracture, and flow, rather than relying on a continuous material mesh. Users have the capability to model bonded materials, including types like rock, concrete, or cemented soil, as well as unbound granular substances such as sand, gravel, ballast, ore, powders, and small grains. This broad applicability makes PFC an invaluable resource for researchers and engineers working with complex material behaviors.
Description
The Petrel E&P software suite features a user-friendly graphical interface known as Petrel Reservoir Geomechanics, which facilitates transparent data exchanges and supports the configuration and visualization of results from the VISAGE simulator. This integration allows users to leverage the robust capabilities of the VISAGE simulator alongside various interpretation, modeling, and engineering processes within the Petrel framework. By utilizing the workflows enabled by the Petrel platform, users can incorporate diverse data types to generate new 3D geomechanics property and stress models, or enhance existing subsurface reservoir models with geomechanics data. Such cohesive integration within the Petrel system guarantees that the geomechanics model remains aligned and harmonized with geophysics, geology, petrophysics, and reservoir information. Furthermore, this holistic approach promotes improved decision-making and more accurate predictions in reservoir management.
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Pricing Details
$9,588 one-time payment
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Deployment
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On-Premises
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iPhone App
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Windows
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Linux
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Chromebook
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Deployment
Web-Based
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On-Premises
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iPhone App
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iPad App
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Android App
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Windows
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Mac
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Linux
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Chromebook
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Customer Support
Business Hours
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Live Rep (24/7)
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Online Support
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Customer Support
Business Hours
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Live Rep (24/7)
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Online Support
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Types of Training
Training Docs
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Webinars
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Live Training (Online)
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Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
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Live Training (Online)
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In Person
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Vendor Details
Company Name
ITASCA Consulting
Founded
1981
Country
United States
Website
www.itascacg.com/software/pfc
Vendor Details
Company Name
SLB
Country
United States
Website
www.software.slb.com/products/visage