Abaqus GUI ScriptingSAFE
An MCP (Model Context Protocol) server designed to interact with an already running Abaqus/CAE Graphical User Interface (GUI). It allows for the execution of Python scripts within the Abaqus environment and retrieval of messages from the Abaqus message log/area, all through MCP tools.
Overview
From the repository's own README, as read at the audited commit. Badges and raw HTML are left out.
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An MCP (Model Context Protocol) server designed to interact with an already running Abaqus/CAE Graphical User Interface (GUI). It allows for the execution of Python scripts within the Abaqus environment and retrieval of messages from the Abaqus message log/area, all through MCP tools.
This server uses GUI automation techniques (pywinauto) to control the Abaqus/CAE application.
Features
- Script Execution in GUI: Executes Python scripts by automating the "File -> Run Script..." menu in an active Abaqus/CAE session.
- Message Log Retrieval: Attempts to scrape text content from the Abaqus/CAE message/log display area.
- MCP Interface: Exposes functionalities as standard MCP tools and prompts for easy integration with LLM agents and other MCP-compatible clients.
- Operates on Existing GUI: Does not start or stop Abaqus/CAE; it requires an Abaqus/CAE session to be already open and running.
System Requirements
- Operating System: Windows (due to
pywinautoand Abaqus GUI interaction). - Python: Python 3.7+.
- Abaqus/CAE: A compatible version of Abaqus/CAE must be installed and already running with its GUI open when using this server.
Python Dependencies
Install the required Python packages using pip:
pip install -r requirements.txt
(See requirements.txt for the list of dependencies, primarily mcp[cli], pywinauto, pygetwindow, psutil, pywin32.)
Configuration
- Ensure Abaqus/CAE is Running: Before starting this MCP server, make sure the Abaqus/CAE application is open on your desktop, with the GUI loaded and responsive.
- Accessibility: Ensure no other modal dialogs are blocking the Abaqus/CAE interface when the server attempts to interact with it.
Usage
Starting the MCP Server
Navigate to the server's directory and run:
python mcp_server.py
The server will start and be ready to ac
3f7ec6bb3510OBSERVED · 2026-10-07Exposed tools (2)
1 read · 1 write · 0 destructive.
| Tool | Risk | Description |
|---|---|---|
execute_script_in_abaqus_gui | write | |
get_abaqus_gui_message_log | read |
Trust audit
SAFEgrade B · trust 89/100 Nothing in the source contradicts what it says it does. Grade A is reserved for packages that have also passed the behavioural sandbox.
| Layer | What it checks | Result |
|---|---|---|
| L0 | Provenance & inventory | PASS |
| L1 | Static analysis of the code | PASS |
| L2 | Instruction surface (what it tells the agent) | PASS |
| L3 | Class-specific surface | PASS |
| L4 | Behavioural (sandbox) | SKIPPED |
What the source does
- Filesystem
- declared (1 observation(s))
- Network
- none-observed
- Shell
- none-observed
- Dependencies
- not all pinned
- Secrets in source
- none-found
Findings (1)
mcp, pywinauto, pygetwindow, psutil, pywin32
Gates applied: no_behavioural_pass.
3f7ec6bb3510full audit observations/trust-audit/mcp-server/jianzhichun__abaqus-gui-scripting.json · Report an issue / request a re-scanAudit history
Every audit this server has had. A grade with a past is a grade somebody is still checking.
| Date | Source | Verdict | Grade | Score | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-07 | 3f7ec6bb3510 | SAFE | B | 89 | first audit |
Questions
What is the Abaqus GUI Scripting MCP server?
An MCP (Model Context Protocol) server designed to interact with an already running Abaqus/CAE Graphical User Interface (GUI). It allows for the execution of Python scripts within the Abaqus environment and retrieval of messages from the Abaqus message log/area, all through MCP tools.
What tools does Abaqus GUI Scripting expose?
2 in total: 1 read-only, 1 that write, and 0 that can delete or overwrite. Every one is listed on this page with its risk.
Is Abaqus GUI Scripting safe to connect to an agent?
The audit found nothing in the source that contradicts what it says it does, and graded it B (89/100). Grade A is held back for packages that have also passed a sandboxed behavioural run, which is why a clean server reads B.
What credentials does Abaqus GUI Scripting need?
No credential environment variables were found in its source, so it appears to need none.
How current is this page?
The grade is for one exact copy of the source (3f7ec6bb3510), read on 2026-10-07. The repository is watched and re-audited when it changes.