Quickly model a preliminary macro view of the ship based on inputs available from the Concept design stage. The concept of a structural system supports early design stage analysis and the creation of reports and drawings required for approval by the Class societies. The basic design model is represented by plate and profile systems that are further split with seams into smaller subsystems. Rapidly define Decks, Longitudinal and Transverse bulkheads as part of the plate systems. Pillars, Stiffeners and Edge Reinforcement can be defined as part of profile systems. Standard parts, brackets and cutouts can be added to the basic design model. Copy and mirror basic design objects to quickly model these structural systems.

The basic design structure model is topological and lightweight. Design changes are automatically and quickly propagated to these topologically connected structures and its associated class drawings.

Either directly model a detailed representation of the structure of the ship based on Concept design stage outputs or transition the structural systems from a basic design model and then add the necessary secondary structural details. A parametric detail feature definition enables quick placement and modification of brackets, standard parts, openings, profile cutouts, clips and collars, chamfers, end cuts, corner cuts, edge cuts and flanged plates. Create structural pillars and apply insulation material to steel surfaces. Welds are generated using a rule driven command that automatically determines where welds are needed and defines the weld details.

The topologically connected detailed design model ensures quick propagation of design changes and has the ability to efficiently copy and mirror existing structural design thereby improving designer productivity. Data generated from detail design can be used for the generation of manufacturing and production planning outputs.