Welcome to the PyMAPDL-MCP documentation! PyMAPDL-MCP is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides seamless integration between AI assistants and Ansys MAPDL through PyMAPDL.
What do you want to do?
Discover what PyMAPDL-MCP is, how it works, and why you should use it. Learn about the Model Context Protocol and its benefits.
Install PyMAPDL-MCP and get your first MCP server running. Follow the quick start guide to begin using it.
Set up PyMAPDL-MCP with Claude Code, Visual Studio Code, or other MCP-compatible clients. Step-by-step configuration guides are included.
Discover all the MCP tools available for MAPDL control, Python execution, visualization, and workflow guidance.
Discover best practices for using PyMAPDL-MCP effectively, including session management, command execution, and workflow design patterns.
Explore practical examples including how to implement custom tools, run analyses, and automate complex finite element analysis (FEA) workflows.
Access complete reference documentation for all MCP tools, parameters, return values, and usage examples.
Have questions or found a bug? Open an issue on the GitHub repository or consult the PyMAPDL documentation.
Contribute to PyMAPDL-MCP by answering questions, reporting bugs, writing code, or improving documentation. All contributions are welcomed!