BV, Sdari And Napa Complete 1st Phase Of Project Enabling 3D Model-based Approvals For Ship Classification

The inaugural stage of a Joint Development Project (JDP) to provide 3D model-based approvals for ship classification has been completed by Bureau Veritas (the BV), the Shanghai Merchant Ship Design and Research Institute (SDARI), and NAPA.

The project verified the possibility of 3D model-based approvals, in which categorisation assessments are directly based on the designer’s 3D model rather than requiring repeated conversions to 2D drawings, as is the standard approach.

The goal is to increase design efficiency, saving time and money while enhancing accuracy and communication among all stakeholders involved in a design, including shipyards, marine architects and engineers, vessel owners, and classification organisations.

The JDP affirmed that the method’s projected benefits were realised, with the project displaying an improvement in design review efficacy and improved collaboration among all partners.

The initial phase of the project involved testing the categorisation process to ensure that all steps were followed correctly and to enhance the various software.

SDARI used NAPA Steel software, whereas BV used NAPA Designer to generate calculation models automatically for rule checks.

BV may execute the design review using its in-house rule-checking tools, MARS and VeriSTAR Hull, adopting an open file format (OCX) produced by NAPA Designer and the 3D model provided by SDARI.

BV’s structure evaluation remarks were then directly coupled with the 3D model, allowing for a better understanding and smooth communication between SDARI and BV.

Reference- NAPA

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Source: Maritime Shipping News