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Life & fun · March 17, 2021

Aphros – create and share a simulation of fluids, bubbles, and drops

Aphros – create and share a simulation of fluids, bubbles, and drops launched on March 17, 2021 with 26 votes, #1,360 of 3,696 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 5 years on.

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Aphros is a simulation tool for creating and sharing fluid dynamics scenarios involving liquids, bubbles, and droplets. Developed for researchers and enthusiasts interested in fluid behavior, it allows users to model and visualize complex physical interactions. The software enables creation of custom simulations that can be shared with others, making it suitable for educational purposes, scientific research, or interactive exploration of fluid mechanics.

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