Focus has been on enhancing both productivity and quality of ship design and approval work. With this release we have made a leap toward the future of class rule software.

Some of the highlights are:

• A graphical representation of the entire vessel with compartments and cross sections
• A completely new compartment modeller
• An improved and more flexible load definition module integrated with the compartment modeller
• A new cross section analysis and postprocessing module for handling multiple Section Scantlings analyses
• Automatic code check for yield and buckling of plated structures in GeniE

A graphical representation of the vessel
Cross sections and compartments are visualised in a graphical model of the vessel. The schematic model shows the ship profile, cross sections and tank arrangement, including the frame positions of transverse bulkheads and scantling changes. In addition to providing immediate feedback on data input, the graphical presentation enables a quick overview of the current status of modelling and rule check analysis.

A compartment modeller and load module
The new compartment modeller is designed to facilitate efficient modelling and entry of compartment data and loads. Section Scantlings is used as a basis for defining cross sections and transverse bulkheads. It provides a powerful tool for fast generation of compartments for the cargo area of typical tank and bulk vessel. It is also capable of modelling complex arrangements for any ship type. All compartments are available both in a graphical model and in a grid system, making it easy to select and enter data to single or multiple compartments. To minimise the need for manual input, standard rule values and default data are generated by the programme. Parameters such as tank volume and centre of gravity are automatically calculated.

Cross section analysis
The cross section analysis tool is made for managing the number of Section Scantlings analyses along the cargo area required for vessels designed according to the Common Structural Rules. The results are shown both numerically and graphically and can be presented for single sections or accumulated over multiple positions. Detailed results are also included, and the required rule thickness or section modulus can be traced down to the different load scenarios and acceptance criteria, making the calculations more transparent, facilitating knowledge and understanding of the new rules.

GeniE code check for yield and buckling of plated structures
The announcement of code check for plated structures has caused great anticipation among the GeniE users. Yet another potential of the GeniE concept technology has materialised. The features include checks against allowable stress levels and buckling according to the Common Structural Rules for bulk carriers. Along with the plate code check, the report generator is also extended with a template tailored according to the CSR bulk requirements.

Market-driven development
The software development is made in close communication with some of our key customers worldwide. Personnel from Rolls-Royce Marine has also participated in user acceptance testing, and we are very satisfied with their positive feedback on the newly developed features.