Altair Case Studies ShipMo3D: A Comprehensive Solution for Maritime Challenges

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ShipMo3D: A Comprehensive Solution for Maritime Challenges

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Technology Category	Application Infrastructure & Middleware - Data Exchange & Integration Application Infrastructure & Middleware - Middleware, SDKs & Libraries
Applicable Industries	Buildings Construction & Infrastructure
Use Cases	Virtual Prototyping & Product Testing Virtual Reality
Services	System Integration
Challenge	The case study presents three distinct challenges faced by maritime operations. The first challenge was to determine the spar response in waves of various frequency, amplitude, and direction in tidal platform analysis. This was crucial to understand the impact of different sea conditions on the structure. The second challenge was in towing operation analysis, where the task was to determine how the tow point moves in different sea states. This was important to ensure the safety and efficiency of towing operations. The third challenge was in cable ferry analysis, where the objective was to determine wave radiation and diffraction loads on a cable ferry. This was necessary to understand the forces acting on the ferry and ensure its stability and safety. Read More
About Customer	The customer in this case study is not explicitly mentioned. However, it can be inferred that the customer is likely to be an organization involved in maritime operations, such as a shipping company, a maritime research institute, or a naval defense agency. The customer would need to analyze and understand the impact of various sea conditions on different maritime structures and operations. They would require accurate simulations to ensure the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of their operations. The customer would benefit from the use of advanced seakeeping software like ShipMo3D and ProteusDS, which can provide detailed and accurate analyses of wave effects on structures. Read More
Solution	In all three cases, the solution was to build a custom model in ShipMo3D to calculate the time history of the wave’s effect on the structure. ShipMo3D is a seakeeping software developed by Dynamic Systems Analysis Ltd under license from Defence R&D Canada. For the towing operation and cable ferry analysis, an additional step was to determine Ship Relative Amplitude Operators (RAOs). In the case of the cable ferry analysis, ShipMo3D was also used to determine forces on the ship hull. The solutions were integrated with ProteusDS, another software by Dynamic Systems Analysis Ltd. ProteusDS samples the waves around the structure and applies the load to the rigid body within the simulation. This integration allowed for more accurate simulations. Read More Log in to view content
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Technology Category

Application Infrastructure & Middleware - Data Exchange & Integration

Application Infrastructure & Middleware - Middleware, SDKs & Libraries

Applicable Industries

Buildings

Construction & Infrastructure

Use Cases

Virtual Prototyping & Product Testing

Virtual Reality

Services

System Integration

Challenge

The case study presents three distinct challenges faced by maritime operations. The first challenge was to determine the spar response in waves of various frequency, amplitude, and direction in tidal platform analysis. This was crucial to understand the impact of different sea conditions on the structure. The second challenge was in towing operation analysis, where the task was to determine how the tow point moves in different sea states. This was important to ensure the safety and efficiency of towing operations. The third challenge was in cable ferry analysis, where the objective was to determine wave radiation and diffraction loads on a cable ferry. This was necessary to understand the forces acting on the ferry and ensure its stability and safety.

About Customer

The customer in this case study is not explicitly mentioned. However, it can be inferred that the customer is likely to be an organization involved in maritime operations, such as a shipping company, a maritime research institute, or a naval defense agency. The customer would need to analyze and understand the impact of various sea conditions on different maritime structures and operations. They would require accurate simulations to ensure the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of their operations. The customer would benefit from the use of advanced seakeeping software like ShipMo3D and ProteusDS, which can provide detailed and accurate analyses of wave effects on structures.

Solution

In all three cases, the solution was to build a custom model in ShipMo3D to calculate the time history of the wave’s effect on the structure. ShipMo3D is a seakeeping software developed by Dynamic Systems Analysis Ltd under license from Defence R&D Canada. For the towing operation and cable ferry analysis, an additional step was to determine Ship Relative Amplitude Operators (RAOs). In the case of the cable ferry analysis, ShipMo3D was also used to determine forces on the ship hull. The solutions were integrated with ProteusDS, another software by Dynamic Systems Analysis Ltd. ProteusDS samples the waves around the structure and applies the load to the rigid body within the simulation. This integration allowed for more accurate simulations.

Impact #1	The operational results of using ShipMo3D and ProteusDS are not quantified in the case study. However, the qualitative benefits are clear. The integration of these two software solutions provides 3D visualization of the sea surface, which can enhance understanding and decision-making. More importantly, it allows for more accurate simulations of the wave’s effect on various structures. This can significantly improve the safety and efficiency of maritime operations, such as tidal platforms, towing operations, and cable ferries. The ability to accurately determine factors like spar response, tow point movement, and wave radiation and diffraction loads can help prevent accidents, reduce operational risks, and optimize performance.

Impact #1

The operational results of using ShipMo3D and ProteusDS are not quantified in the case study. However, the qualitative benefits are clear. The integration of these two software solutions provides 3D visualization of the sea surface, which can enhance understanding and decision-making. More importantly, it allows for more accurate simulations of the wave’s effect on various structures. This can significantly improve the safety and efficiency of maritime operations, such as tidal platforms, towing operations, and cable ferries. The ability to accurately determine factors like spar response, tow point movement, and wave radiation and diffraction loads can help prevent accidents, reduce operational risks, and optimize performance.

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ShipMo3D: A Comprehensive Solution for Maritime Challenges

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