HydroComp Software
NavCad
Hydrodynamic and propulsion system simulation software for vessel speed and power prediction and propulsion component selection.
Description
NavCad is HydroComp's flagship hydrodynamic and propulsion system simulation tool. It is built on a physics-based performance equilibrium of the Vessel-Propulsor-Drive system model and contains a library of prediction methods for hulls and propulsors.
Key features
- Monohulls and catamarans, from large displacement vessels to fast planing craft and submersibles
- IC engine and electric motor drive options
- Analyses of speed and range, power demand, fuel consumption, bollard towpull, acceleration, hydroacoustics, sinkage and trim, and dynamic planing stability
- Correlation to model tests, sea trials or CFD
- NavCad Premium: Analytical Distributed Volume Method (ADVM) for wave-making resistance, scripting and use as a calculation server, duty-profile operating modes with energy KPIs and GHG emissions, and an EEXI Assessment utility
Applications
- Speed and power prediction, operational energy analysis and propulsion system sizing for naval architects, propulsion suppliers and academia
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