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Oasys Gofer Cloud excavation workflow

Geotechnical engineering

Cloud-based exploration of deep excavation design space

Explore how cloud-based numerical modelling is transforming deep excavation design. This blog highlights a pilot study using Oasys Gofer to automate workflows, run large-scale simulations in parallel, and enable faster, more informed design decisions, helping engineers overcome the limitations of traditional, time-intensive modelling approaches.

Oasys Gofer Cloud excavation workflow

Geotechnical engineering

Cloud-based exploration of deep excavation design space

Posted May 28th 2026

Deep excavations are among the most technically demanding elements of urban construction. They combine complex soil–structure interaction, strong nonlinearity, and high sensitivity to ground…

Angel of the North

Structural engineering

Standing tall in the heart of the Northeast: Oasys and the Angel of the North

Posted April 16th 2026

Rising above Gateshead with its unmistakable silhouette, the Angel of the North has watched over the A1 for more than two decades – an…

MassMotion hotel lobby model

Pedestrian simulation

How we move in a world full of distractions

Posted November 3rd 2025

Mobile phone use and cognitive distractions notably affect pedestrian walking patterns by reducing speed, shortening steps, and increasing lateral deviations. Talking on the phone…

MNSolutions Macae Airport model

Pedestrian simulation

Solving complex airport design challenges one simulation at a time

Posted September 22nd 2025

Designing large, complex airports and terminals is no small feat. Aviation planners must balance operational efficiency, safety, and passenger experience, while ensuring infrastructure decisions…

MassMotion agent seating

Pedestrian simulation

The Impact of the European accessibility regulations on pedestrian planning

Posted August 18th 2025

This summer marks a pivotal moment for inclusive design across the European Union, as the European Accessibility Act (EAA), first approved in 2019, officially came into force…

Pedestrian simulation

Synergising architectural research and crowd engineering

Posted April 3rd 2025

In a transformative collaboration, RSP Architects and the University of Minnesota’s Design School have unveiled the potential of crowd simulations in architectural research. Utilising Oasys MassMotion, this partnership has…

Oasys MassMotion flythrough thumbnail

Pedestrian simulation

Queue the fun! How to master guest experience using Oasys MassMotion

Posted March 17th 2025

Ever felt like a sardine in a can while navigating a crowded theme park? Say goodbye to those days with the latest in pedestrian…

Footfall analysis

Structural engineering

Walking in their footsteps: Designing resilient structures with footfall analysis

Posted February 3rd 2025

Imagine walking across a bridge or working in a high-rise office, unaware that every step you take has been considered as an important factor for the comfort…

Oasys Giraphe

Geotechnical engineering

Maximise your investment in geotechnical graphing

Posted January 13th 2025

We understand that investing in software is crucial for your project delivery, quality of work, and cost strategy. Managing software costs is a growing…

Oasys geotechnical cloud software

Geotechnical engineering

Cloud software: The new age of engineering

Posted May 6th 2024

Cloud computing software is an industry growing at a rapid pace. Its emergence has revolutionised the way businesses operate, and how we manage our…

Braess' Paradox node network

Pedestrian simulation

Braess’ Paradox: Why improving something can make it worse

Posted October 5th 2018

On Earth Day in 1990 they closed New York’s 42nd Street for the parade[1] and in 1999 one of the three main traffic tunnels in…