Ship superstructures, as typical examples of non-standard design elements, require diverse structural geometric designs and frequent adaptations to meet evolving demands and simulation requirements during the detail design process. However, the utilization of current ship computer-aided design (CAD) systems for detail design presents several limitations, and traditional parametric methods often fall short in complex geometric parameterization. This paper proposed intelligent templates via knowledge-based engineering (KBE) to enhance CAD models' robustness and applicability. The study focused on three specific geometric problems that restrict the validity of parameterization: varying types of input conditions, multiple solutions in offsets and arc fillets, and non-topological transformations. Three representative structural component templates were developed on CATIA V6, showcasing effectiveness compared to traditional methods through a ship design task. Furthermore, this approach provides the basis for the implementation of modular design, design automation, and integrated design simulation.
Intelligent templates to prevent geometric parameterization failure in ship superstructure structural detail design
SHIPS AND OFFSHORE STRUCTURES
S. XU ET AL.
Ships and Offshore Structures ; 20 , 2 ; 224-236
01.02.2025
13 pages
Aufsatz (Zeitschrift)
Elektronische Ressource
Englisch