In the most early part of the design phase, feasability studies and risk analysis can be carried out to evaluate new concepts. The intention is to carry out fast evaluations to identify risks and problem areas early. Different design solutions can be considered, and the effect of design changes can be evaluated.

Purpose

Fast concept evaluation, feasibility studies and risk analysis are carried out in the early design phase. Design improvements can be performed speedily since the designer gets quick feedback on the consequences of design changes. Hence, direct calculation methods lead to more flexibility in the choice of design solutions and promote larger inventiveness among structural designers. When introducing new vessel concepts, fabrication methods, building materials, etc., crucial changes in the implied safety levels can be left undetected by the traditional ship rules. In this case, a thorough documentation and verification of performance and structural strength is needed.

Benefits

The main benefits for the customer are

• Fast concept evaluation and feasibility studies in the early design phase

• Flexibility in the choice of design solutions

• Design improvements evaluation

• Documentation of the structural strength of new vessel concepts

• Fatigue assessment and evaluation of response due to extreme loads

Features

The strength analyses are integrated with advanced calculation of wave loads and response. We are using the latest developed software, enabling automatic transfer of inertia loads and hydrodynamic pressure to Finite Element models. Our consultants posses world-leading expertises on engineering and technical aspects covering the life span of a ship, and combine the strengths of practical experience from shipbuilding and ship operations with extensive research and development in the technology challenges of the maritime industry.