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hpc-calculix

Automate CalculiX FEM workflows from .inp deck creation to post-processing.

1|Updated Mar 11, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#workflows#cluster#hpc#inp#fem#calculix
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npx skills add https://github.com/SciMate-AI/scicli --skill hpc-calculix
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Skill: hpc-calculix
Source: https://github.com/SciMate-AI/scicli/tree/main/internal/skills/bundled/hpc-skills/skills/hpc-calculix
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SciMate-AI/scicli --skill hpc-calculix

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Build, review, debug, and automate CalculiX finite-element workflows. Use when working with CalculiX .inp decks, Abaqus-style keywords, materials, steps, contacts, boundary conditions, static or frequency analyses, or CalculiX solve and post-processing issues.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automates creation, validation, and execution of CalculiX input decks and cluster workflows.
  • Provides guided references to input-deck manuals, keywords, matrices, and error patterns to reduce debugging time.
  • Supports on-demand post-processing references and templated deck scaffolds for rapid development.

Quick Start

Create a minimal CalculiX .inp deck for a cantilever beam and run a static analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions about hpc-calculix

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate CalculiX FEM workflows from deck creation to post-processing?▼

You can automate CalculiX FEM workflows by generating .inp decks, running static or frequency analyses, and handling post-processing. This supports both local testing and HPC cluster execution for end-to-end automation.

How do I create and validate a CalculiX .inp deck for a static analysis?▼

Creating a CalculiX .inp deck involves using templated scaffolds for materials, steps, contacts, and boundary conditions. The Skill validates Abaqus-style keywords to reduce debugging time before running the static analysis.

Does this CalculiX automation tool support HPC cluster execution and local testing?▼

Yes, CalculiX automation supports HPC cluster execution alongside local testing. You can configure workflows to run static, frequency, thermal, and coupled analyses across different computing environments.

What is the best way to debug CalculiX input decks and resolve keyword errors?▼

Debugging CalculiX input decks is best handled using guided references to input-deck manuals and error patterns. This helps identify issues with Abaqus-style keywords, materials, and boundary conditions quickly.

Can I use CalculiX for frequency, thermal, and coupled analyses?▼

Yes, CalculiX supports frequency, thermal, and coupled analyses. The automation covers deck creation and execution for these analysis types, providing references and templated scaffolds for rapid development.

Why does my CalculiX .inp deck fail validation during HPC cluster execution?▼

CalculiX .inp deck validation failures often stem from incorrect Abaqus-style keywords, boundary conditions, or contact definitions. Use the guided references to review error patterns and correct the input deck structure.

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