About NAFEMS
NAFEMS is the International Association for the Engineering Modelling, Analysis and Simulation Community. We are a not-for-profit organisation, established in 1983, focused on the practical application of numerical engineering simulation, including finite element analysis (FEA), computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and multibody simulation.
- 1983Year NAFEMS was established
- 30,000+Engineers, designers and analysts in membership
- Not-for-profitIndependent, with no commercial bias
- ISO 9001Certified quality management
Our aims
- Improve the professional status of everyone engaged in the use of engineering simulation.
- Establish best practice in engineering simulation.
- Provide a focal point for the dissemination and exchange of information and knowledge about engineering simulation.
- Promote collaboration and communication.
- Act as an advocate for the deployment of simulation.
- Continuously improve education and training in the use of simulation techniques.
- Be recognised as a valued independent authority that operates with neutrality and integrity.
Who we serve
In addition to end users from every industry sector, our stakeholders include technology providers, researchers and academics. NAFEMS is relevant to:
- Engineers and analysts who use simulation tools in their work
- Technology developers and software providers
- Academics and researchers in numerical simulation
- Engineering managers who oversee simulation projects
- Organisations that want to improve simulation quality and keep up with best practice
Our priorities
The NAFEMS Council of Management sets priority goals so that we keep evolving and better fulfil our aims. These include:
- Increasing our global reach
- Enlarging our technological breadth
- Strengthening our provision of simulation training and extending the training material available
- Publishing up-to-date, practical simulation cases of real value to simulation engineers
- Expanding the information available on different simulation techniques and tools
- Developing services for the exchange of simulation knowledge between specialists worldwide
- Improving our interaction with member companies and reaching more individuals within them
NAFEMS and EMAS
Engineering Modelling, Analysis & Simulation (EMAS) is the NAFEMS journal, an open-access publication that showcases the latest advancements, research and novel applications of engineering simulation. Read the About the Journal page, or see how to submit your work.
Frequently asked questions
What does NAFEMS stand for?
Originally, the National Agency for Finite Element Methods and Standards. Today NAFEMS has a much broader, global role in the engineering simulation community.
Is NAFEMS a commercial organisation?
No. NAFEMS is a not-for-profit association, funded through membership and event revenue, with no commercial bias.
Does NAFEMS offer training?
Yes. We offer online, in-person and bespoke training on a wide range of simulation topics, suitable for beginners through to advanced users.
Can individuals join NAFEMS?
Yes. Both individuals and companies can become members, with a range of membership options to suit different needs.
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Contact
Springwood - Booths Park, Chelford Road
Knutsford, WA16 8QZ
United Kingdom
Editorial team
emas@nafems.org