Multi-Body

The Multi-Body module lets GHS and GLM handle multiple floating bodies in contact, with simultaneous ground contact. Applications include tug-barge load monitoring, loading and unloading floating objects by partially submerging a carrier, salvage procedures, ice breaker simulation, dry docking and articulated floating structures. Equilibrium of the whole system is found automatically and contact forces are reported. It requires GHS.

Key features

• Handles multiple floating bodies in contact with simultaneous ground contact in GHS and GLM
• Applications: tug-barge load monitoring, loading and unloading floating objects, salvage procedures, ice breaker simulation, dry docking, articulated floating structures
• Finds equilibrium of the whole system automatically and reports contact forces
• Requires GHS