2026.2 CAE & CAM Software Release

Discover new capabilities across Concepts NREC's Agile Engineering Design System®, including AI-assisted workflows, expanded simulation capabilities, and improvements to toolpath creation. 

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What's New in 2026.2

The 2026.2 release introduces new ways to interact with engineering software, explore preliminary designs, and connect design and analysis workflows. Additional enhancements expand modeling and simulation capabilities while providing greater control over complex machining operations.

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Smarter, More Connected CAE Workflows

AI-assisted engineering workflows, new tools for preliminary pump design, and expanded connections between design and CFD analysis are among the enhancements introduced in 2026.2. Additional improvements to simulation and rotordynamic modeling help engineers reduce manual effort, gain deeper insight into machine performance, and make more informed decisions throughout the turbomachinery design process.

2026.2 Highlights:

  • AI-assisted workflows: Interact with COMPAL and access technical documentation using LLM-connected tools.

  • Preliminary pump design: Explore pump concepts and evaluate estimated performance with ParaScope.

  • Expanded CFD capabilities: Connect design and simulation workflows, automate throughflow loss calibration, and access additional performance metrics.

  • Enhanced rotordynamic modeling: Define and analyze complex, multi-layered rotor assemblies directly in ARMD.

 

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Greater Flexibility for Complex CAM Programming

New capabilities in MAX-PAC™ 2026.2 provide greater flexibility and control when machining complex fillet geometries. Expanded finishing strategies and feed-rate controls help programmers tailor toolpaths to specific part requirements while supporting machining efficiency and consistent surface quality.

2026.2 Highlights:

  • Improved fillet finishing: A new distance-based reduction strategy provides greater control over toolpath patterns and pass spacing when machining compound fillets.

  • Expanded finishing strategies: Additional zig-zag patterns offer more flexibility to tailor toolpaths to specific part geometries and machining requirements.

  • Greater feed-rate control: Selectively reduce feed rates in corners of shrouded components while maintaining higher speeds where tool engagement permits.

Register for New Technical Webinars

Explore upcoming technical webinars covering new software capabilities, engineering workflows, and machining strategies.

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Practical Strategies for Reducing Cycle Time in MAX-PAC™

November 18, 2026

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Advanced Fillet Machining Techniques in MAX-PAC™

January 13, 2027

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An Introduction to ParaScope

January 27, 2027

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Automating Throughflow Loss Model Calibration Using CFD Results 

February 2027

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Ready to put 2026.2 to work?

Active Agile Product Support (APS) customers can start using the latest capabilities by contacting our support team to request the 2026.2 software download.

Not an APS customer? Talk with our sales team to learn how AEDS can support your turbomachinery design, analysis, and manufacturing workflows.

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