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# VABS

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> VABS, a versatile cross-sectional analysis tool, delivers 3D FEA results in seconds, not hours for composite blades (wind, helicopter).
> 
> Verdict: Rated \*\*\*\* by 0 users. Top-rated for **Overall Quality**.

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## Overview

### Who Uses VABS?

Helicopter and wind turbine blade manufacturers seeking the most rigorous modeling available, without sacrificing accuracy. Also, academics and engineering firms doing blade modeling work or research.

## About the vendor

- **Company**: AnalySwift
- **Founded**: 2011

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: US$10 000,00
- **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free version available) (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: Confidential
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1 000, 1 001–5 000, 5 001–10 000, 10 000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop)
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: United States

## Features

- 3D Imaging
- Presentation Tools

## Support Options

- Chat

## Category

- [Simulation Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/30607/simulation/software)

## Alternatives

1. [VOLTA](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/217410/volta) — 5.0/5 (1 reviews)
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3. [Cradle CFD](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/1031841/cradle-cfd) — 5.0/5 (1 reviews)
4. [SALOME](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/167574/salome) — 4.0/5 (2 reviews)
5. [Mimic](https://www.capterra.co.za/software/149696/mimic) — 4.0/5 (1 reviews)

## Links

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