Finite Element Method in Modeling of Ship Structures. Part I – Theoretical Background
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numerical methods, Finite Element Method, ship structure strength, ship structure vibrations, modeling methodsAbstract
The paper presents basic knowledge about Finite Element Method including the modeling method of ship structures. Numerical modeling methods were also shortly described. A ship hull and an upper works is typical thin-wallded structure. Modeling method of plates (typical 2-D elements) with stiffeners (1-D elements) is presented in details. In the part II of the article the practical example of Ro-Ro ship's deck analyses was performed with using Patran-Nastran software (MSC Software). The most common and dangerous risks and errors occurring in the process of ship structure modeling were discussed.References
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