Design idea
The basic idea behind ShipX is to make a platform that integrates all types of hydrodynamic analysis into an integrated design tool.
By removing the need for file format conversions and re-entering of input for each new programme, systematic design studies using highly advanced hydrodynamic analysis tools is possible.
By integrating all the analysis programmes in the same package, systematic design studies can be automated using powerful tools such as variables, hull manipulation and batch type runs.
Functionality
In addition to the basic functionality built into ShipX, like hull geometry manipulation and database operations, advanced functions/calculation modules are added as “Plug-Ins”.
Plug-ins harvest information from the already provided input and perform specialised calculation tasks, such as vessel motion calculations, speed analysis and station keeping calculations.
Plug-ins
Currently there are plug-ins implemented in ShipX to perform vessel response/motion analysis, speed prognosis, speed loss prognosis, station keeping analysis, ship motion animations (compare ship motions side-by-side), and manoeuvring analysis.
In addition, ShipX now also contains a full 6DOF time domain simulator where you can perform any manoeuvre/operation you want.
The internal report generator at SINTEF for analysis of performance tests is developed as a ShipX Plug-In.
Plug-in |
Function |
| Hull | Hull manipulation module (add/change/delete sections contour lines and 3-D lines). Various re-shaping tools, length-, beam- and draught scaling. |
| Graphics | Graphical presentation of the hull lines. |
| File import/export filters |
Import of hull geometry from various formats:
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| Hydrostatics | Hydrostatic calculations. |
| Vesses responses | Calculation of mations and global loads using VERES. |
| Report generator | Report generator for performance tests in SINTEF laboratories (internal use only). |
| Maeuverings/simulations | 6 DOF vessel simulator for time domain analysis of maneuvers and DP. |
| Ship speed and powering | Perform speed prognosis based on empirical or model test data as well as predict speed loss in waves due to added resistance and loss of propulsive efficiency. |
| Station keeping | Calculation of ship station keeping capabilities. |
| Animation lab | 3D visualization of ship motions in waves based on calculations or model tests. |
| Combined run | Batch-run multiple calculations. |
| Parameter study | Use input variables to perform sensitivity/batch studies. |
| Hull transformation | Temporarily modify the hull to investigate the effect of hull changes. |
ShipX provides an excellent platform for development of hydrodynamic calculation programmes, due to the availability of high-quality basic functionality in ShipX.
SINTEF uses ShipX as the platform for future development of hydrodynamic calculation tools and updates of hydrodynamic calculation programs.
Currently there are over 50 companies around the world using ShipX in their daily work. In addition, hundreds of students use ShipX in their education and thesis work.