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# PSCAD Reviews
**Vendor:** Hvdc  
**Category:** [Simulation & CAE Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/simulation-cae)  
**Average Rating:** 4.5/5.0  
**Total Reviews:** 26
## About PSCAD
As power systems evolve, the need for accurate, intuitive simulation tools becomes more and more important. With PSCAD EMTDC you can build, simulate, and model your systems with ease, providing limitless possibilities in power system simulation. Included is a comprehensive library of system models ranging from simple passive elements and control functions, to electric machines and other complex devices.





## PSCAD Discussions
  - [What is the best way to compare two waveforms?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-the-best-way-to-compare-two-waveforms) - 1 comment, 1 upvote

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## PSCAD Features
**Design**
- 3D/solid modeling Tools
- Drawing Tools
- Editing Tools
- Rendering tools

**Tools**
- Fluid analysis
- Finite element analysis
- Multibody dynamics

**Work**
- Discrete event modeling
- Continuous event modeling
- Mechanical event simulation
- Manufacturing process simulation
- Integrate

**Environment**
- Hardware support
- Task
- Manage Multiple Profiles
- Command Clarity

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