The 2019.3 version of NextGen introduces some small but significant variations in the WRC calculation module, dedicated to localized loads. This article summarizes these changes, comparing them with the previous behavior. Simplified and advanced input mode Since over time the WRC module has become increasingly enriched with an increasing number…
Amendment 5 to EN 13445-3 introduces important changes regarding the simplified fatigue calculation, performed according to Clause 17. Essentially, these changes concern new ways to consider thermal stresses in fatigue calculation. Load cases can now have pressure variation only, temperature variation only or a combination of both. In the general…
With NextGen 2019 we’ve introduced a revised version of one of the most important windows in our software, the one used to design components. In this article you’ll find information about how to find previously available features in the new format as well as new features. Note: for a limited…
The verification of the lifting process consists first of all in checking the stress on the components welded to the vessel, that is: Trunnion Tailing lug Top head/cone lug Flange lug Lifting lug (solo per apparecchi orizzontali) Therefore the first operation to be performed consists in adding to the item…
In a recent NextGen update, we removed the automatic vibration-time calculation for vessels not supported from the bottom. The vibration period continues to be calculated automatically on items with skirts, legs, etc. The calculation of the vibration period is part of the larger seismic calculation and therefore intervenes if the…