Welcome to Underworld3¶
Computational Geodynamics Made Accessible
Underworld3 is a Python library for computational geodynamics, providing finite element modeling for Earth science research.
For new users
Learn Underworld3 fundamentals through interactive tutorials and hands-on examples.
Install and configure Underworld3
Create your first geodynamic model
Work through progressive tutorials
Understand meshes, variables, and solvers
For researchers
Master parallel computing, optimization, and complex physics for research-grade simulations.
Write parallel-safe code using UW3 API
Understand collective operations in PETSc
Optimize simulation performance
Implement complex rheologies
For contributors
Understand the architecture, implementation details, and contribute to Underworld3 development.
Architecture and design patterns
Create new solvers and features
Follow coding standards
Contribute effectively
About Underworld3¶
Underworld3 is a Python library for computational geodynamics, built on:
PETSc for scalable parallel finite element methods
SymPy for mathematical self-description
Particle-in-cell methods for Lagrangian tracking
Natural mathematical syntax for intuitive model development
Getting Help¶
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Try It Now¶
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