CAD/CAM UPDATE
New version of hydrostatics and stability software T
HE latest update of Autohydro has recently been launched by Canadian company
Autoship Systems Corp (ASC). Version 6.1, of the hydrostatics and stability software, along with Modelmaker, its vessel model editor module, has numerous new features. Additions include downflooding angle curves
production for protected, unprotected, and critical points; FSM definition improvements which meet specific class requirements; draught mark report generation; resolution 14 improvements (Estonia); FSM improvements (combined user- defined calculated, and MaxFSM for selected tanks); one-hold damage for bulk carriers; corrected shear force at bulkheads; new wind area definition; and visible length, propeller immersion, and air draught. Modelmaker 6.1 now includes features that
allow DXF to import hull model sections (from both 2D or 3D DXF); DXF export of hydrostatic model (gf) (2D and 3D); parallel inserts mid- body section; a pre-defined frame table that allows input of longitudinal position by frame number; and PartPlot of large gf hydrostatic model files.
An Autohydro 6.1 main screen display. The system now features the ability to import hull model sections.
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Partnership for Martec and ShipConstructor The combined ShipConstructor and Trident
NEW strategic partnership has been formed by two Canadian-based
companies. Martec Ltd (headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia), developer of the Trident suite of structural analysis and seakeeping software, and ShipConstructor Software Inc (formerly Albacore Research), based in Victoria, British Columbia, developer of the ShipConstructor suite of 3D product- modelling and production planning software, have joined forces to combine the capabilities of their products for the marine industry. The ShipConstructor user community will now be able to easily conduct detailed finite-element stress, hydrodynamic, and other specialised analyses in Trident, directly from existing ShipConstructor models.
system aims to create a powerful, integrated solution for 3D modelling, design, and analysis of both commercial and naval vessels. Martec’s arsenal of analysis software specifically designed for ship structures will complement ShipConstructor’s 3D product modelling and production planning software. Leading ship designers, owners, and operators often seek software tools that extend ship modelling applications beyond design and construction to include complete lifecycle management of a vessel. Such tools can eliminate the time-consuming and costly production of separate analysis models required as input to the growing number of lifecycle maintenance analysis tools. This offers significant savings
in operation and maintenance costs as well as improved understanding and confidence in vessel safety. As part of this move, Martec has joined
the ShipConstructor Developer Network (SCDN) program, which provides technical resources and support for integrating with ShipConstructor. Martec’s Trident Group has established that company as a leader in the field of naval architecture and marine engineering technology and services. Developed in partnership with Defence Research & Development Canada (DRDC), Trident software is claimed to be used today by navies, ship registries, shipyards, naval architects, and ship designers around the world.
New technical ‘blog’ for marine professionals T 76
O help with its philosophy of providing valuable technical information in a more
candid format, HydroComp Inc has launched a new ‘blog’, which can be viewed at www.
hydrocompinc.com/blog. The company has noted that there are few credible technical blogs available to the marine professional, and this weblog (on-line diary) offers to open a dialogue with the industry beyond customers,
to provide an experienced perspective, and to provide a medium where visitors can converse with either HydroComp’s development team or a director, on the same level. Among the many articles already posted
to the blog is a featured editorial from HydroComp’s technical director, Donald MacPherson. Twice monthly, Mr MacPherson posts ‘Miscellaneous Monday musings’,
which include commentary about industry trends, technical advice, and various aspects of naval architecture. Mr MacPherson says that HydroComp wants to
reach out to people interested in hydrodynamics, propellers, and powering. It is important, he says, for web visitors to know how the company perceives the evolution of the marine industry and what can be offered in the future.
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