physics_setup_heat_boundaries · Flex Sensor Agent MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What physics_setup_heat_boundaries does on Flex Sensor Agent

AI agents use physics_setup_heat_boundaries to create or update resources in Flex Sensor Agent — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Flex Sensor Agent environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why physics_setup_heat_boundaries needs a policy

This tool modifies simulation configuration (heat transfer boundary conditions) in a reversible manner typical of Write operations. It affects the state of an active COMSOL model but does not delete data or execute arbitrary code. Severity is high because incorrect boundary setup could invalidate simulation results or waste computational resources, but the impact is limited to the simulation model itself.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'physics_setup_heat_boundaries' indicates it modifies simulation boundary conditions in COMSOL Multiphysics. The 'setup' verb suggests configuration/modification of physics parameters.

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Verdict

physics_setup_heat_boundaries Rate-limited

physics_setup_heat_boundaries stays usable, but capped — an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "physics_setup_heat_boundaries": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "physics_setup_heat_boundaries_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches Flex Sensor Agent, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about physics_setup_heat_boundaries

What does the physics_setup_heat_boundaries tool do? +

physics_setup_heat_boundaries. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Flex Sensor Agent MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on physics_setup_heat_boundaries? +

Register the Flex Sensor Agent MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for physics_setup_heat_boundaries: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches Flex Sensor Agent. Nothing to install.

What risk level is physics_setup_heat_boundaries? +

physics_setup_heat_boundaries is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit physics_setup_heat_boundaries? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the physics_setup_heat_boundaries rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block physics_setup_heat_boundaries completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for physics_setup_heat_boundaries. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides physics_setup_heat_boundaries? +

physics_setup_heat_boundaries is provided by the Flex Sensor Agent MCP server (tonghui666/flex-sensor-agent-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.