Patran 2016

Patran 2016 is a comprehensive pre- and post-processing environment for finite element analysis (FEA). It helps engineers build accurate simulation models, set up analyses, and interpret results within a single, consistent workflow. Patran streamlines CAD import, geometry cleanup, meshing, material and property assignment, load and boundary condition definition, and solver setup for structural, thermal, and dynamic studies. It integrates closely with popular solvers, including MSC Nastran and Marc, and supports a wide range of industry-standard formats.

Key capabilities:

• Import major CAD formats with tools for geometry repair, defeaturing, and midsurface extraction
• Advanced meshing for 1D/2D/3D elements (beam, shell, solid) with hex/tet/quad/tri options and quality controls
• Composite modeling, including laminate definition and failure index post-processing
• Support for contacts, connectors, assemblies, and robust model organization using groups and sets
• Analysis setup for statics, buckling, normal modes, transient response, and heat transfer
• Post-processing with contour and isosurface plots, vector and XY charts, animations, and report generation
• Automation via Patran Command Language (PCL) and reusable modeling templates
• Interoperability with multiple solvers through reliable deck translators
• Efficient handling of large models and customizable UI with bulk-edit tools

Patran 2016 is suited to CAE analysts in aerospace, automotive, industrial machinery, energy, and other sectors seeking a dependable, scalable FEA pre/post solution.

Patran 2016 is developed by MSC.Software Corporation. The most popular version of this product among our users is 22.0. The name of the program executable file is patran.exe.