FDTDX vs Yenka Physics
FDTDX
fdtdx.readthedocs.ioYenka Physics
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| Figure | FDTDX | Yenka Physics |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| Self-hosted | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Spec score · Physics Simulation Software | 8.6 (#12) | 7.7 (#43) |
| Authoring tools | Yes | Yes |
| Delivery mode | desktop | desktop |
| Intended users | The project describes FDTDX as freely usable for research, development, and commercial work involving photonic nanostructures. | The maker describes Yenka as educational modelling software and offers school site licences and a teacher trial by contacting support. |
| Purpose | FDTDX is an open-source Python package for simulating and designing three-dimensional photonic nanostructures with the Finite-Difference Time-Domain method. | Yenka Physics is a simulator for experimenting with physics in a colourful, accurate environment. |
| Security | The repository page lists a Security and quality section but does not state a security certification or compliance standard. | Sumdog says its security measures include encryption in transit and at rest, firewalls, multi-factor authentication, malware protection, staff training and physical access controls; it also holds Cyber Essentials certification. |
| Support | The FAQ invites users to open GitHub discussions for unanswered questions and issues for suspected bugs, and says the maintainers regularly check discussions. | The privacy notice directs Yenka support enquiries to [email protected]. |
| 3D visuals | Yes | Yes |
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Yenka Physics
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