GL ShipModel
The route to faster and better quality modelling
GL ShipModel can significantly speed up the modelling process and enhance model quality. It can be used for any type of vessel and for ships of any class.
How GL ShipModel works
GL ShipModel, a pre-processor for generating FE models for global strength and vibration analyses, turns standard MSC.Patran features into compact, design-oriented functions that make fast and efficient modelling possible, e.g. for containerships, bulk carriers, tankers, naval vessels, ferries or motoryachts. The key features include use of a raster philosophy for a user-controlled subdivision of the model and semi-automatic modelling of surfaces and curves with attached structural attributes. In this way, the model can be refined step by step parallel to the typical ship design process.
GL ShipModel, a pre-processor for generating FE models for global strength and vibration analyses, turns standard MSC.Patran features into compact, design-oriented functions that make fast and efficient modelling possible, e.g. for containerships, bulk carriers, tankers, naval vessels, ferries or motoryachts. The key features include use of a raster philosophy for a user-controlled subdivision of the model and semi-automatic modelling of surfaces and curves with attached structural attributes. In this way, the model can be refined step by step parallel to the typical ship design process.
The benefits
The main benefits for yards, design offices or research institutions are the time saved and quality gained in the initial modelling phase.
The tool’s features include:
- Universally deployable with only a few basic data required
- Function-specific modelling of members, e.g. decks or bulkheads
- Comfortable control of element attributes such as plate thickness and openings
- Modelling of stiffening systems instead of time-consuming manual modelling of FE line elements
- Direct transfer of FE model data to GL ShipLoad
- Easy data handling and navigation
- Modifications possible up to the last minute
