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Textile Modeling

TexGen

Open-source textile geometry modeling and simulation for advanced composite engineering

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Category
Software
Ideal For
Research Institutions
Deployment
On-premise
Integrations
None+ Apps
Security
Source code auditable, community-driven development, institutional support
API Access
Yes, extensible through plugins and custom modules

About TexGen

TexGen is an open-source software tool developed by the University of Nottingham for modeling, simulating, and analyzing complex textile structures including woven, knitted, and braided fabrics. The software enables researchers, engineers, and manufacturers in composites, aerospace, automotive, and textile industries to create precise geometric models of fiber architectures and predict mechanical properties. TexGen supports virtual prototyping, reducing physical testing costs and accelerating product development cycles. The platform offers advanced visualization, finite element analysis integration, and parametric design capabilities. Through AiDOOS marketplace deployment, organizations gain access to enterprise-grade governance, managed infrastructure, professional support services, and seamless integration with CAD/FEA workflows. AiDOOS enables scalable licensing, version management, and collaborative project delivery across distributed teams, transforming TexGen from academic software into production-ready engineering solutions for industrial-scale composite manufacturing.

Challenges It Solves

  • Difficulty creating accurate geometric models of complex textile fiber arrangements
  • Expensive and time-consuming physical prototyping and testing of textile structures
  • Limited ability to predict mechanical properties without simulation tools
  • Integration challenges between textile design and composite manufacturing workflows
  • Lack of standardized approaches for modeling diverse fiber architectures

Proven Results

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Reduced physical prototype development time by two-thirds
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Improved fiber architecture accuracy within manufacturing tolerances
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Accelerated composite material property prediction and validation
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Enhanced collaboration between design and manufacturing teams

Key Features

Core capabilities at a glance

3D Textile Geometry Modeling

Precise parametric modeling of woven, knitted, and braided structures

Create complex fiber architectures with sub-millimeter precision

Mechanical Property Prediction

FEA-integrated simulation for material behavior analysis

Predict tensile, compressive, and shear properties before manufacturing

Visualization and Analysis Tools

Interactive 3D rendering and fiber orientation analysis

Identify design defects and optimize fiber paths in real-time

Parametric Design Workflows

Automated fabric generation from design parameters

Generate design variations in minutes instead of hours

CAD/FEA Integration

Export models to industry-standard simulation platforms

Seamless workflow from design through finite element analysis

Extensible Plugin Architecture

Customize functionality with custom modules and algorithms

Adapt software to specific manufacturing and research requirements

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Real-World Use Cases

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Composite Aircraft Component Design
Aerospace manufacturers use TexGen to model carbon fiber reinforced panels and optimize fiber orientations for lightweight, high-strength structures. Virtual testing reduces certification timelines.
73
Shortened design-to-certification cycles by 40 percent
Automotive Body Panel Development
Automotive suppliers leverage TexGen to simulate glass-fiber composites for body panels, validating crashworthiness and stiffness requirements before tooling investment.
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Eliminated 60 percent of physical crash test iterations
Textile Research and Innovation
Universities and research institutions use TexGen to investigate novel fiber architectures, knit patterns, and hybrid textile systems for advanced composite applications.
82
Accelerated research publication frequency and patent generation
Composite Manufacturing Quality Control
Manufacturing plants employ TexGen to establish baseline geometric models for quality assurance, detecting deviations in fiber orientation and weave patterns.
67
Reduced composite defect rates by 35 percent
Wind Turbine Blade Optimization
Wind energy manufacturers use TexGen to design fiber-reinforced blade structures, optimizing material distribution for maximum strength-to-weight ratios.
71
Improved blade performance and extended operational lifespan

Integrations

Seamlessly connect with your tech ecosystem

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ABAQUS/CAE

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Direct export of textile geometry to Abaqus for comprehensive finite element analysis and material property validation

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ANSYS Workbench

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Integration with ANSYS for structural simulation, fatigue analysis, and advanced material property assessment

C

CATIA

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CAD integration enabling textile models to be incorporated into larger assembly designs and manufacturing planning

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Altair HyperMesh

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Mesh generation and pre-processing for TexGen models to prepare for advanced FEA workflows

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OpenFOAM

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Computational fluid dynamics integration for analyzing fiber wettability and resin flow in composite manufacturing

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Python/MATLAB

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Scripting interface for automation, batch processing, and integration with custom engineering workflows

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Paraview

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Advanced visualization and post-processing of textile simulation results and fiber orientation data

Implementation with AiDOOS

Outcome-based delivery with expert support

Outcome-Based

Pay for results, not hours

Milestone-Driven

Clear deliverables at each phase

Expert Network

Access to certified specialists

Implementation Timeline

1
Discover
Requirements & assessment
2
Integrate
Setup & data migration
3
Validate
Testing & security audit
4
Rollout
Deployment & training
5
Optimize
Performance tuning

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Customization Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Ease of Use Fair Good Good Good
Enterprise Features Good Excellent Excellent Excellent
Pricing Excellent Fair Fair Fair
Integration Ecosystem Good Good Excellent Good
Mobile Experience Poor Fair Fair Fair
AI & Analytics Fair Good Good Good
Quick Setup Fair Fair Good Good

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Frequently Asked Questions

What file formats does TexGen support for export?
TexGen exports to STL, STEP, ABAQUS, ANSYS, and VTK formats, enabling seamless integration with CAD and FEA platforms. AiDOOS ensures compatibility with enterprise data management systems.
Is TexGen suitable for production manufacturing quality control?
Yes. TexGen is increasingly adopted for manufacturing QC to establish baseline geometric models and detect fiber orientation deviations. AiDOOS deployment provides scalable infrastructure for plant-wide implementation.
What computational resources are required to run TexGen?
TexGen runs on standard workstations with moderate computational requirements. Complex textile simulations benefit from multi-core processors. AiDOOS offers cloud and on-premise deployment options for flexible resource allocation.
Can TexGen model hybrid textile structures with multiple fiber types?
Yes. TexGen supports modeling of hybrid textiles combining different fiber materials, denier counts, and architectures within single geometries. This enables advanced multi-material composite design.
How does AiDOOS enhance TexGen deployment?
AiDOOS provides enterprise-grade governance, managed infrastructure, professional support, version management, and secure data handling. Organizations gain production-ready deployment without managing underlying IT infrastructure.
Is training available for TexGen users?
University of Nottingham provides documentation and tutorials. AiDOOS marketplace partners can offer professional training, certification, and onboarding services customized to organizational needs.