Damen designs first dredger concept with 3D model
Damen’s 3D model-based designs for a dredger have been approved by Bureau Veritas (BV) instead of 2D sketches for the first time.
The designs were supported by software from NAPA, the global maritime software provider, and Damen says the process was so successful it is already being applied to designs including a 1,000m3 and 4,000m3 hopper dredger.
Using the NAPA software, Damen and BV were able to collaborate throughout the design process, streamlining communication and saving time.
“Critically, 3D MBA also eliminates a major potential source of errors, as Damen no longer needs to translate the 3D models it uses to design vessels into 2D drawings for class approvals, and then back again into 3D to implement the changes,” says Damen.
“We are delighted to deliver this approval for Damen’s 2500 m3 dredger concept, which is the result of our collective determination to make 3D model-based approvals a reality in our industry,” said Laurent Leblanc, senior vice president Technical & Operations at BV Marine & Offshore. ”This milestone demonstrates the effectiveness and viability of 3D MBA to support closer and more efficient collaboration between designers and our classification surveyors while ensuring that all safety and regulatory standards are met.”
