127:). It is based on Multicontinuum Technology (MCT), an analysis methodology developed specifically for composites which, rather than treating the composite as a homogeneous material, extracts the separate stress and strain fields for the constituents (fiber and matrix) of a composite material. In doing so, distinct failure criteria and material nonlinearity can be applied separately. This permits Helius:MCT to identify failure of individual material constituents and degrade a composite material accordingly.
104:. Founded in 2000, the company's mission is to provide enabling technologies to further the wide-spread use of composite materials. Their products include Helius:MCT™ (a multiscale simulation tool for composite analysis), Helius:MatSim (an online micromechanics lamina simulator), and Prospector:Composites (an online composite material properties
146:. In 2000, a number of graduate students and faculty at UW saw the commercial potential of the technology and founded Firehole Technologies. Firehole technologies continues a collaborative relationship with the University of Wyoming and sponsors ongoing research into composite analysis technology.
210:. The Firehole is unique because it flows through several geyser basins which empty hot water into it, often causing steam to rise. It was named by early trappers because the steam makes it appear as if it is on fire. The Firehole is also known for exceptional fly fishing.
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