BambooGrid
Open-source web UI for power grid modeling and power flow.
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What is BambooGrid?
BambooGrid is an interactive web-based tool for designing, simulating, and analyzing electrical power systems and grids. Built on pandapower (an open-source power system analysis library), it enables load flow analysis, short circuit analysis, and system estimation through an intuitive drag-and-drop interface for building electrical grid models.
BambooGrid pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
BambooGrid pros
- Intuitive drag-and-drop interface with comprehensive component library (generators, transformers, loads, switches, shunt compensators)
- Built-in analysis capabilities for load flow, short circuit, and system estimation
- Powered by pandapower, a trusted open-source power systems analysis framework
- Open source with publicly available source code on GitHub
- Cloud-based web application with Google Sign-In authentication
BambooGrid cons
- Requires user authentication—not immediately accessible without creating an account
- No visible pricing information; free/freemium status unclear from product page
- Minimal onboarding or tutorial documentation visible on the landing page
- Requires electrical engineering domain knowledge to use effectively
Frequently asked questions about BambooGrid
How do I add elements to my grid design?
Drag an element onto the canvas from the menu (Generator, Transformer, Load, etc.), then connect its handle to a bus.
How do I create connections between elements?
Drag from one bus to another to add a line, switch, or transformer connection between them.
How do I move or delete elements?
Press Enter or Space to select a node, use arrow keys to move it, or press Delete to remove it. Press Escape to cancel.