Software that models atmospheric hypersonic flight

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Software for modeling atmospheric hypersonic flight is sought for simulating projectiles and capsules launched by coilguns or mass drivers. Users are interested in programs that can handle atmospheric density settings, drag calculations, instability assessments, and heat management during flight. Solidworks and Autodesk have been considered for their flow simulation capabilities, but their suitability for specific hypersonic needs is uncertain. The discussion invites recommendations for more specialized software that can effectively simulate these complex flight dynamics. Additional information about specific requirements may help in providing better suggestions.
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Hi,
I would like to model various projectiles and capsules being fired at hypersonic speeds by a coilgun or equivalent mass driver. Does anyone know of any programs that could simulate a launch or at least parts of the flight? (ie. setting the atmospheric density for a given region, calculating various values like drag, instability, heat at that altitude etc. and then repeating that process to get a general idea at for the entire duration).

Some of the programs I looked at were Solidworks and Autodesk which both seemed to have flow simulations, but I don't know if they would align with what I'm looking for

Thanks in advance! :)

(If I posted this the wrong place could someone redirect me?)
 
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