: A free trial version available within the COCO Simulator (CAPE-OPEN).

If you answered to any of the first three rows, the safest route is to seek a legitimate alternative .

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If the crack runs the entire length of the plate, replacement is the only option. You can order on Amazon or direct from the manufacturer for roughly $25-$40. These kits include two new plates, thermal paste, and screwdrivers.

: A related open-source implementation for specific COSMO-RS calculations.

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