With the new automatic code check for yield and buckling of plated structures, GeniE strengthens its position as the preferred structural analysis tool.

Capacity model with and without colour coding of the utilisation factor, Uf.

CSR code check
It is now possible to run code checking of both plated and frame type structures. Plate code check is performed according to the Common Structural Rules for bulk carriers. Plate code checks supporting other rules/codes such as offshore codes, CSR tank and DNV 1A1 will follow. The major advantage of a concept modeller such as GeniE is that capacity models can be generated for the complete model or for selected parts. The buckling capacity model is automatically generated with net scantlings and panel geometry in agreement with the detailed rule requirements, including complex non-rectangular plate panels, according to Common Structural Rules for bulk carriers. Both panels and subpanels are automatically generated.

Evaluation of results/re-design
The code-check results can be viewed graphically or in table format. Detailed results for each panel with intermediate results is of course available. With the possibility of altering panel settings, the users can do re-design. Several panel settings can be altered for the run, such as settings for; Subpanels, Correction Factor, Panel Net Thickness, Panel Length/Breadth (a, b and sub), Rotation Boundary for Panel Buckling.

Illustration of results
The illustration shows the capacity model with colour coding of the utilisation factor, Uf. When looking at colour-coded capacity models, the transparency can vary along with the colours. Panels with a low Uf have a high degree of transparency, and vice versa. This makes the trouble panels stand out from the rest and helps the user identify them. The colours and degree of transparency are fully customisable.

Reporting
The report generator comes with templates that easily generate reports for viewing in text format (typically by using MS Notepad), HTML format (typically from an Internet browser), spreadsheet (MS Excel) or formatted report (MS Word). Customisable filters are available. Filters limit the amount of data reported. Furthermore, report settings may be saved, making it easy to re-create the same report in another code checking run.

Graphics
The new graphics engine, Hoops, is another important improvement in GeniE. Hoops is noticeably faster, especially when viewing your model in the mesh view. There are also more possibilities when it comes to transparency. More labelling and colour coding options are added in this release, such as detecting mesh problem areas, free edges and plate boundaries.