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Think Tank Division is a dedicated in-house organization specifically tailored for research and development. It has been designated by the Ministry of Science and ICT as one of Korea’s excellent in-house R&D facilities.

Think Tank Headquarters

Research Fields Research Applications CFD In-House S/W
Think Tank Headquarters In-House S/W

KOMAC S/W Suite

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Design Department Analysis & Computation Programs Drafting Programs
Program Title Main Application and Utility Program Title Main Application and Utility
Basic
Design
 Form Design Hydrocomp Navcad Initial Estimation of Speed Capabilities CAESES Form Optimization/Modification
STAR-CCM+ Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
Techplot Post-Processing of CFD Data Opthull Compiles files for Altering Hull Specifications/Verification and Computation/Analysis
Excel based In-house program Speed/Horsepower Calculation (ITTC 2D, 3D) Analytical Method
Basic Design NAPA (V.2020.2) Basic Design Appraisal (Hull Stability) Auto Cad 2D Drafting
Hull Design Sea Trust-HULLSCAN (KR), Structural Integrity Calculation and Analysis Auto Cad 2D Drafting
NAUTICUS 3D-BEAM SIMPLE BEAM-based Dimensional Evaluation
MSC PATRAN Modeling for Structural Analysis, Setting Parameters and Post-Processing
E3D / TRIBON / AM 3D Plans Production
MSC NASTRAN Structural Analysis Solver  3D Max Inventor 3D Modeling Operations
In-house Program (Excel) Rule Scantling Calculation 　 　
Equipment
Design		 Cargo Hold Design Excel based In-house program Equipment Number Calculation, Rudder Calculation, Mooring Force Calculation, etc. Auto Cad 2D Drafting
Cabin Design Heat load analysis
E3D / TRIBON M3/ AM 3D Plans Production
Electrical Systems Design Power Load Computation/Report 3D Max Inventor 3D Modeling Operations
Engine Room/Systems Design PIPE FLOW EXPERT Fluid Flow Analysis within Pipes Auto Cad 2D Drafting
In-house Program (Excel) Heat balance, Steam balance Calculations, etc.
TRIBON /
AEVAV MARINE /
E3D		 3D Plans Production
3D Max Inventor 3D Modeling Operations



Basic Design

Hydrocom NavCad

Utility Initial Estimation of Speed Capabilities
Features
  • Applicable to all types/forms of vessels
  • Includes 30 types of drag analysis methods
  • Scaled model test data integration capabilities
  • Considers various vessel propulsion systems
  • Considers potential hull appendages
Functions
  • Vessel/Appendage drag force calculations
  • Drag reduction recommendations
  • Self-Propulsion calculations
  • Propeller selection
  • Additional auxiliary analyses

STAR-CCM+

Utility Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
Features
  • As a CFD enabled program, is ubiquitous in marine engineering fields
  • Highly intuitive interface/UX
  • Pulls from model trial DB, reducing error
Functions
  • Automation of vessel performance analysis
  • Analysis of drag force, self-propulsion, POW, and streamlining
  • Mesh generation and analysis
  • Additional auxiliary analyses

CAESES (Friendship)

Utility Form Optimization/Modification
Features
  • Modular design elements expedite modifications
  • Provides high-resolution surfaces
  • Integrates automation in form optimization process
Functions
  • Parametric design for procedural development
  • Vessel control design using modular variables
  • Modeling for all forms

Techplot

Utility Post-Processing of CFD Data
Features
  • Commercial program for CFD data post-processing
  • Excels in visualization of quantitative data
Functions
  • Various post-processing functions for CFD analysis results
  • Comparisons and further analysis of results
  • Automation functions (Macro) to reduce post-processing time

Opthull

Utility Compiles files for Altering Hull Specifications/Verification and Computation/Analysis
Features
  • Commercialized hull-form development program
  • Provides diverse alteration methods
  • File-sharing capabilities with other programs
Functions
  • 3D-Modeling function geared toward CFD Analysis
  • Hull-form detail modification/verification
  • Generate program files for basic calculations

NAPA

Utility Basic Design Appraisal (Hull Stability)
Features
  • Recognized worldwide
  • 3D-Modeling based
  • Customizable based on user specifications
  • Reflects Trim and Heeling in computations
  • Integrates Manager and Macro
Functions
  • Calculation of both damaged- and intact-stability
  • Calculation of tank volume and center of gravity
  • Calculation of hydrostatic specifications
  • Calculation of longitudinal strength in load-bearing conditions
  • Calculations regarding all basic design elements

Hull Design

Sea Trust-HULLSCAN

Utility Structural Integrity Calculation and Analysis
Features
  • Fast calculation and high-volume processing
  • Quick responses based on a Feedback System
  • Composed of both analysis and post-processing programs
Functions
  • Structure and strength evaluation using IACS H-CSR and KR Rule
  • Semi-Automatic Modeling
  • Auto Fine Mesh-Opening
  • Diverse toolkit for optimal design

NAUTICUS 3D BEAM

Utility SIMPLE BEAM-based Dimensional Evaluation
Features
  • Application of BEAM theory
  • Optimization of LOAD applied to primary load-bearing members
  • Optimization of structural placement of primary load-bearing members
  • Realization of structural optimization through derived data
Functions
  • Primary support placement through BEAM analysis
  • Evaluation of primary load-bearing member fidelity through analysis
  • Evaluation of structural stability/safety of primary l oad-bearing members

MSC PATRAN

Utility Modeling for Structural Analysis, Setting Parameters and Post-Processing
Features
  • User-oriented, intuitive workspace
  • Seamless integration with NASTRAN
  • CAD System and Direct Access
  • On-line help system
  • Variable adjustment markup capabilities
Functions
  • Geometry creation and modification
  • Assign load and parameters, material properties, and element properties
  • Diverse mesh functions
  • Post-processing functions

MSC NASTRAN

Utility Structural Analysis Solver
Features
  • The naval engineering field’s most trusted structural analysis program, which performs comprehensive static, dynamic, and thermal analysis of the hull
Functions
  • Structural Optimization
  • Integrated fatigue and durability analysis
  • High-performance multi-CPU processing

Engine Room/Systems Design

PIPE FLOW EXPERT

Utility Fluid Flow Analysis within Pipes
Features
  • High-fidelity design program which analyses fluid flow within pipes and derives optimal arrangement and capacity of vessel piping/pumps/apparatus
Functions
  • Piping minimization
  • Cavitation minimization
  • Pump capacity calculation
  • Pipe size calculation

Equipment Design & Electrical Systems Design

Auto Cad

Utility Drafting Program for Specialized Design Fields (2D Drafting)
Features
  • Standardized according to user’s field/specialization
  • Fast and accurate Drawing
  • Drawing-related information can be saved in data files
  • Full-scale implementation capabilities
Function
  • Drawing function (all vessel geometries)
  • Drawing editing function
  • 2D / 3D drafting
  • Scale alteration
  • Numerous other functions

3D MAX INVENTOR

UtilityEquipment 3D Modeling Program
Features
  • 3D modeling enables highly pragmatic equipment placement and design based in real-world conditions
Functions
  • 3D asset conversion to other programs
  • Design of accurate connectors/SEAT for various components and other such equipment

E3D / M3 / AM

Utility 3D Production Plans and 3D Modeling
Features
  • Program enables highly precise and planned drafting by establishing an integrated server for 3D designs
Functions
  • Interference check between equipment, pipes, and cables
  • 3D design implementation
  • Material quantity calculation
  • Weight calculation