CalculiX
Computing Applications (HPC) GPL-2.0 (Free)
About
Open-source 3D structural finite element program for linear and non-linear stress analysis, dynamic analysis, and thermal simulations. Compatible with the Abaqus input format.
Skills
MCP skills available for CalculiX, callable from AI workflows and the Paramus chat:
- Analysis Info — [info-only, does not execute] Documentation
- Health — Check health status of the CalculiX HPC service
- Info — Get CalculiX module information including version and capabilities
- Kernel Execute — Execute a command in a running CalculiX kernel session
- Kernel List — List all active CalculiX kernel sessions
- Kernel Start — Start a CalculiX kernel session for interactive finite element analysis operations
- Kernel Stop — Stop a running CalculiX kernel session and release resources
- Mesh Info — Get mesh information and statistics from a CalculiX input file
- Methods — List all available CalculiX RPC methods and their descriptions
- Simulation Info — [info-only, does not execute] Documentation
- Validate Input — Validate a CalculiX input file for syntax and semantic errors
Browse the full CalculiX skill documentation
Citation
Dhondt, G. The Finite Element Method for Three-Dimensional Thermomechanical Applications. Wiley (2004). DOI:10.1002/0470021217
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CalculiX?
CalculiX is a computing applications (hpc) application available in the Paramus App Store. Open-source 3D structural finite element program for linear and non-linear stress analysis, dynamic analysis, and thermal simulations. Compatible with the Abaqus input format.
Is CalculiX free to use?
Yes. CalculiX is distributed under the GPL-2.0 (Free) license and is available at no cost through the Paramus App Store.
How do I install CalculiX?
CalculiX is installed through Paramus Chemistry OS, an on-premise Windows platform for computational chemistry. Open the Paramus App Store in your local installation and select CalculiX for one-click deployment.
What type of application is CalculiX?
CalculiX belongs to the “Computing Applications (HPC)” category in the Paramus App Store. It runs on Paramus Chemistry OS and can also be accessed through Paramus Cloud for supported workflows.
What platform does CalculiX run on?
CalculiX runs on Paramus Chemistry OS, a Windows-based on-premise platform that provides local compute power for demanding simulations. It requires a Paramus OS installation with appropriate hardware resources.
Can CalculiX be automated or integrated with AI workflows?
Yes. CalculiX is available as part of the Paramus ecosystem which supports MCP (Model Context Protocol) tools for AI-driven automation. This enables integration with large language models and automated research pipelines.
How should I cite CalculiX in publications?
The recommended citation for CalculiX is: Dhondt, G. The Finite Element Method for Three-Dimensional Thermomechanical Applications. Wiley (2004). DOI:10.1002/0470021217