Ship Design Disciplines

Naval Architecture including computer generated and faired lines, hull and appendage design, hydrostatics, hull girder strength, speed and power analysis, ship's motion studies, intact and damage stability analysis, trim and stability manuals, loading manuals and weight estimating.

Marine Engineering including main propulsion and auxiliary equipment selection and sizing, propulsion shafting including vibration and alignment analysis, steering, fuel economy studies, engineering trade off analysis, anti-pollution system design, HVAC systems, hydraulic systems, machinery space arrangements and layout, purchase technical specifications and test and trial memoranda.

Structural Design including scantling design in accordance with classification society requirements, truss and shell structural analysis using finite element methods in 2D and 3D, vibration and fatigue analysis, wood, steel and aluminum structural design.

Electrical / Electronic System Design including ship's power and lighting systems, electronic communications and shipboard aids to navigation.

Outfitting Design including vessel general arrangements, mooring, towing and anchor handling arrangements, cargo/stores handling design, accommodations, commissary and public space arrangements.

Mechanical Design including bulk cargo materials handling system design and self-unloading conveyor design.

Piping Design including system diagrams with size and material, piping arrangements and pipe spools