Nastran is recognized worldwide as the worldwide standard for engineering analysis. A highly advanced simulation tool, it has been relied upon for the last 40 years by companies and industries as a critical part of their engineering infrastructure.

Siemens PLM Software is committed to further the Nastranlegacy of providing the premier tool for high performance analysis of complex, global models. The availability of the NX Nastran SDK enables the industry to utilize the power and capabilities of NX Nastran in a variety of enterprise environments. It also enables leading developers of " best of class" applications to leverage their technology with NX Nastran SDK.

Put simply, by enabling customers and other companies to leverage many thousands of man years invested in Nastran development NX Nastran SDK will add to development momentum and extend Nastran usage in new areas. The product clearly demonstrates Siemens PLM Software's intention to drive the Nastran standard and is part of a long term strategy to lead the Nastran Market.

The motivation for PLM/Component technology is founded on customer requests to establish Siemens PLM Software technology as de facto industry standards. Customers see many business benefits and other cost savings from the development and implementation of these standards. Communities of adopters in multiple industries drive innovation and quality into the technology and PLM Portfolio customers enjoy seamless interoperability with third party products from our component adopter community and partners from our Siemens PLM Software Partner Program