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What it is
CAESES is a parametric engineering platform for simulation-driven design, geometry variation, and shape optimization. Its NURBS modeling tools support geometry creation and variation, while morphing tools can alter imported geometries. Software connectors can automate workflows spanning geometry generation, meshing, simulation, post-processing, and evaluation. Available methods include parameter studies, sensitivity analysis, single- and multi-objective optimization, and surrogate modeling. Listed integrations include ANSYS Workbench and optimization tools such as HEEDS, Dakota, optiSLang, Optimus, and modeFRONTIER. CAESES does not include simulation solvers, so users connect external CFD or other simulation software. The Standard Edition includes geometry modeling, software connections, design studies, variation and optimization strategies, morphing, design variants, and batch mode. The Batch Mode License adds non-GUI operation and HPC cluster optimization; the Power Edition includes advanced optimization and a maritime, turbo, or propeller add-on. Pricing is available on request, with no free plan. Windows and Linux downloads include a free two-week trial; listed systems include Windows 11 and Linux tested on Debian 12 and Ubuntu 24.04.
Spec sheet
- Purpose
- CAESES is a parametric engineering platform for simulation-driven design, geometry variation, and shape optimization.Read 2 Oct 2026 · caeses.com
- Audience
- The maker describes CAESES as intended for simulation engineers and designers developing high-performance products, and lists academic and student licenses.Read 2 Oct 2026 · caeses.com
- Deployment
- The Local Float Server is installed on an organization's server to share CAESES licenses across network users.Read 2 Oct 2026 · caeses.com
- Trial
- Downloads for Windows and Linux include a free two-week trial.Read 2 Oct 2026 · caeses.com
- Integrations
- The maker lists integrations with ANSYS Workbench and optimization tools including HEEDS, Dakota, optiSLang, Optimus, and modeFRONTIER.Read 2 Oct 2026 · caeses.com
- Security
- The Advanced Project Security add-on offers project encryption, configurable access rights, user ID restrictions, passphrases, clipboard limits, and feature-definition locking.Read 2 Oct 2026 · caeses.com
- Support
- CAESES provides online documentation, video tutorials, a user forum, and dedicated engineer helpdesk support for PRO license holders.Read 2 Oct 2026 · caeses.com
- Headquarters
- Potsdam, GermanyRead 23 Sep 2026 · caeses.com
- Founded
- 2001Read 23 Sep 2026 · caeses.com
- Automation
- CAESES can automate geometry generation, meshing, simulation, post-processing, and evaluation workflows through software connectors.Read 2 Oct 2026 · caeses.com
- Maker history
- The website says CAESES was developed by FRIENDSHIP SYSTEMS, a German software company founded in 2001, now part of Maya HTT.Read 2 Oct 2026 · caeses.com
- Modeling
- It provides flexible parametric NURBS modeling, geometry variation, and morphing tools for imported geometries.Read 2 Oct 2026 · caeses.com
- Optimization
- Its methods include parameter studies, sensitivity analysis, single- and multi-objective optimization, and surrogate modeling.Read 2 Oct 2026 · caeses.com
- Solver limitation
- CAESES does not include simulation solvers and instead connects to external CFD and other simulation software.Read 2 Oct 2026 · caeses.com
- Supported systems
- The current download page lists Windows 11 and Linux tested on Debian 12 and Ubuntu 24.04.Read 2 Oct 2026 · caeses.com
Plans and prices
Batch Mode License Priced on request Pricing is available upon request. Full functionality · Non-GUI mode · Automated geometry variant creation · HPC cluster optimization Read 2 Oct 2026 · caeses.com
Power Edition Priced on request Pricing is available upon request. Includes Standard Edition · Advanced Optimization · Maritime, Turbo, or Propeller add-on Read 2 Oct 2026 · caeses.com
Standard Edition Priced on request Pricing is available upon request. Geometry modeling · Software connection · Design studies · Basic variation and optimization strategies · Free form deformation / morphing · Unlimited design variants · Batch mode Read 2 Oct 2026 · caeses.com
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Supports parameter studies and multiple optimization methods.
- Automates workflows through software connectors.
- Integrates with ANSYS Workbench and named optimization tools.
- Windows and Linux downloads include a two-week trial.
Limits
- No free plan.
- Pricing is available only on request.
- Simulation solvers are not included.
- PRO license holders are specified for dedicated engineer helpdesk support.
Who it suits
CAESES is intended for simulation engineers and designers developing products, with academic and student licenses also listed. It suits users who need geometry variation and optimization connected to external simulation software.
Verdict
CAESES combines parametric geometry work with optimization and connections to simulation workflows. Buyers will need external solvers and should request pricing for the license configuration they need.
Where Specifiction places it
- Generative Design Software#6 of 207.9
