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  "description": "Ansys Mechanical is a flagship finite element analysis (FEA) software used for structural, thermal, and multiphysics simulations. It enables engineers to model complex product behaviors, optimize designs, and perform virtual testing across industries like aerospace, automotive, and energy.",
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    "founded": "1970 (as part of Swanson Analysis Systems)",
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