NAM files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Aqua3D Network File
.NAM is an Aqua3D Network File. It is a text format data file created by Aqua3D. NAM files are used to initialize underwater acoustic network simulations. They store node positions and signal transmis...
General Information
| Title | NAM File Extension |
| Extension | .nam |
| Full Form | Aqua3D Network Animation Model |
| File Type | 3D Model File |
| Developer | Aqua3D |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store 3D data |
| Additional Functions | Animation, Rendering |
| Features | Geospatial data, Network simulation |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High detail |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Geospatial Analysis | Yes |
| Network Simulation | Yes |
| Research | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | File corruption |
| Best Practices | Regular backups |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Not specified |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .3ds, .obj, .dae |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Aqua3D |
Proprietary | Windows |
Type 2: G.E.C.K. Mod Data File
A program called GECK is used to create modifications for Fallout games. GECK uses NAM files to store data. These files force mods to load when the game opens. Sometimes NAM files are deleted so GECK ...
General Information
| Title | NAM File Extension |
| Extension | .nam |
| Full Form | G.E.C.K. Mod Data File |
| File Type | Game Mod Data |
| Developer | Bethesda Softworks |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store mod data |
| Additional Functions | Customize game content |
| Features | Game modification, Enhance gameplay |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Game specific |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with G.E.C.K. |
Use Cases
| Game Modding | Yes |
| Content Creation | Yes |
| Game Development | No |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Mod exploitation |
| Best Practices | Verified sources, Safe modding |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2008 |
| Latest Version | Depends on game |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .esp, .esm, .ba2 |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Fallout 3 |
Commercial | Windows |
 Fallout New Vegas |
Commercial | Windows |
 Garden of Eden Creation Kit (G.E.C.K.) |
Free | Windows |
Type 3: MODFLOW Name File
A plain text format saves the data file used by MODFLOW. MODFLOW models groundwater flows. The data file contains MODFLOW data files and unit values. The data serves as input to a MODFLOW simulation o...
General Information
| Title | MODFLOW Name File |
| Extension | .nam |
| Full Form | MODFLOW Name File |
| File Type | Text Configuration File |
| Developer | US Geological Survey |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Reference simulations |
| Additional Functions | Organize model files |
| Features | Human-readable, Configurable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text-based |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Groundwater Modeling | Yes |
| Hydrogeology | Yes |
| Environmental Engineering | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Backup, Version control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Latest Version | MODFLOW 6 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mfn, .mt3d, .mf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| MODFLOW |
Free | Various |
| Groundwater Vistas |
Commercial | Windows |
| GMS (Groundwater Modeling System) |
Commercial | Windows |