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CAESES
What CAESES 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, and it can morph imported geometries. Software connectors can link geometry generation with meshing, simulation, post-processing and evaluation workflows. Optimization methods include parameter studies, sensitivity analysis, single- and multi-objective optimization, and surrogate modeling. Listed integrations include ANSYS Workbench, HEEDS, Dakota, optiSLang, Optimus and modeFRONTIER. CAESES does not include simulation solvers, so users connect external CFD or other simulation software. The Standard Edition covers geometry modeling, software connection, design studies, variation and optimization strategies, morphing, design variants and batch mode. The Batch Mode License adds non-GUI operation and HPC cluster optimization; Power Edition includes advanced optimization and a maritime, turbo or propeller add-on. Pricing is available on request, with no free plan and a 14-day trial. Downloads are available for Windows and Linux; the current download page lists Windows 11 and Linux tested on Debian 12 and Ubuntu 24.04. The maker describes the platform as intended for simulation engineers and designers, and lists academic and student licenses.
Who it suits
CAESES is intended for simulation engineers and designers developing high-performance products. Its academic and student licenses may also suit learners or research users.
What it does well
- Supports parametric NURBS geometry modeling.
- Automates connected geometry and simulation workflows.
- Offers single- and multi-objective optimization methods.
- Lists integrations with ANSYS Workbench and optimization tools.
- 14-day trial available for Windows and Linux.
What to know first
- No free plan; pricing is available on request.
- Simulation solvers are not included.
- Current download page lists Windows 11 and specified Linux systems.
Limits
CAESES has no free plan; downloads include a 14-day trial. The platform does not include simulation solvers and connects to external CFD or other simulation software.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Edition | 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 | On request |
| Batch Mode License | Pricing is available upon request. · Full functionality · Non-GUI mode · Automated geometry variant creation · HPC cluster optimization | On request |
| Power Edition | Pricing is available upon request. · Includes Standard Edition · Advanced Optimization · Maritime, Turbo, or Propeller add-on | On request |
As caeses.com lists them, read 2 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Visit https://www.caeses.com/.
- Download the Windows or Linux version for a free 14-day trial.
- Install on Windows 11, Debian 12, or Ubuntu 24.04 Linux.
- Connect CAESES to external CFD or other simulation software for solver workflows.
- Request pricing for a license.
Verdict
CAESES combines parametric geometry work with optimization and connections to external simulation software. It is a fit for teams that need those engineering workflows, but they must supply simulation solvers separately.
Questions
How much does CAESES cost?
Pricing is available on request.
Is there a free plan or trial?
There is no free plan. Windows and Linux downloads include a free 14-day trial.
Which platforms does CAESES support?
The platforms listed are Windows and Linux. The current download page lists Windows 11 and Linux tested on Debian 12 and Ubuntu 24.04.
Does CAESES include simulation solvers?
No. It connects to external CFD and other simulation software.
What software does CAESES integrate with?
Listed integrations include ANSYS Workbench, HEEDS, Dakota, optiSLang, Optimus, and modeFRONTIER.
Who makes CAESES?
CAESES was developed by FRIENDSHIP SYSTEMS, a German software company founded in 2001 that is now part of Maya HTT.
Facts from CAESES's own pages
- Audience
- The maker describes CAESES as intended for simulation engineers and designers developing high-performance products, and lists academic and student licenses. · caeses.com, 2 Oct 2026
- Automation
- CAESES can automate geometry generation, meshing, simulation, post-processing, and evaluation workflows through software connectors. · caeses.com, 2 Oct 2026
- Deployment
- The Local Float Server is installed on an organization's server to share CAESES licenses across network users. · caeses.com, 2 Oct 2026
- Founded
- 2001 · caeses.com, 23 Sept 2026
- Headquarters
- Potsdam, Germany · caeses.com, 23 Sept 2026
- Integrations
- The maker lists integrations with ANSYS Workbench and optimization tools including HEEDS, Dakota, optiSLang, Optimus, and modeFRONTIER. · caeses.com, 2 Oct 2026
- Maker history
- The website says CAESES was developed by FRIENDSHIP SYSTEMS, a German software company founded in 2001, now part of Maya HTT. · caeses.com, 2 Oct 2026
- Modeling
- It provides flexible parametric NURBS modeling, geometry variation, and morphing tools for imported geometries. · caeses.com, 2 Oct 2026
- Optimization
- Its methods include parameter studies, sensitivity analysis, single- and multi-objective optimization, and surrogate modeling. · caeses.com, 2 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- CAESES is a parametric engineering platform for simulation-driven design, geometry variation, and shape optimization. · caeses.com, 2 Oct 2026
- Security
- The Advanced Project Security add-on offers project encryption, configurable access rights, user ID restrictions, passphrases, clipboard limits, and feature-definition locking. · caeses.com, 2 Oct 2026
- Solver limitation
- CAESES does not include simulation solvers and instead connects to external CFD and other simulation software. · caeses.com, 2 Oct 2026
- Support
- CAESES provides online documentation, video tutorials, a user forum, and dedicated engineer helpdesk support for PRO license holders. · caeses.com, 2 Oct 2026
- Supported systems
- The current download page lists Windows 11 and Linux tested on Debian 12 and Ubuntu 24.04. · caeses.com, 2 Oct 2026
- Trial
- Downloads for Windows and Linux include a free two-week trial. · caeses.com, 2 Oct 2026
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