Consultancy
Yacht Physics Characterization
In a modular, multibody simulation environment, we model the physics of various vessel types, offering a range of fluid-dynamic accuracy levels tailored to each project phase. Our approach balances computational cost with prediction fidelity — from rapid screening in early design to high-confidence validation before build.
Multibody Simulation
In a modular, multibody simulation environment, we model the physics of various vessel types — from monohulls to foiling multihulls. Rigid and flexible body dynamics with joints, constraints, and hydrodynamic force models capture the coupled behavior of hull, appendages, rig, and crew.
VPP development, time-domain dynamic simulation, seakeeping analysis, manoeuvring prediction.
Multi-Fidelity RANS Analysis
We offer a range of fluid-dynamic accuracy levels tailored to each project phase. From potential flow panel methods for rapid early-stage screening, through RANS simulations for detailed flow analysis, to high-fidelity LES for critical design validation.
Panel methods, steady RANS, unsteady RANS, free-surface modeling, turbulence modeling, mesh convergence studies.
Response Surface Methodology
Build surrogate models from simulation data to enable rapid design space exploration without repeated expensive CFD runs. Kriging, radial basis functions, and neural network surrogates capture complex parameter interactions with minimal sampling.
Surrogate modeling, adaptive sampling, sensitivity analysis, uncertainty quantification.
Shape Optimization
Automated geometry optimization driven by hydrodynamic and structural performance metrics. Combine parametric models with multi-fidelity solvers in optimization loops — from single-objective gradient-based methods to multi-objective evolutionary algorithms.
Appendage optimization, hull form optimization, foil section design, multi-objective Pareto analysis.
Multi-Fidelity Approach
We match the right level of simulation fidelity to each design phase, optimizing the trade-off between accuracy and turnaround time.
Low Fidelity
Panel methods, empirical models, lifting-line theory. Explore hundreds of variants in hours. Ideal for concept screening and initial trade studies.
Medium Fidelity
RANS with simplified domains, symmetry planes, and steady-state assumptions. Refine promising designs with confidence in force and moment predictions.
High Fidelity
Full unsteady RANS or LES with free-surface capturing, moving bodies, and turbulence resolution. Final validation before manufacturing commitment.
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Whether you need a full performance characterization campaign or support with a specific analysis challenge, we're ready to help.