Research & Development
Research & Development
MDEM R&D provides structural expertise services in strength, structural stability, vibration calculations, and weight optimizations by using the Finite Element Method for the entire Damen Group. More than 10 years of working experience with different vessel types and complex structures let us bring the most reliable, practical, and modern solutions to each project where we are involved.
R&D Services
MDEM R&D supports engineering teams with structural calculations based on Classification Rules requirements and preparation of the reports for Class Approval. Our service includes global strength, racking, natural frequency, docking/transportation analyses as well as local calculations for masts, wheelhouses, fenders, ramps, girders, all kinds of foundations, anchor/mooring equipment, and decks including helicopter platforms, etc. to make vessel design satisfying all the structural requirements in terms of strength, structural stability, and vibrational excellence. The department works closely with DAMEN Research, Development, and Innovation to develop modern and unique technologies including the development of the software for the vessel design and performance prediction needs.
Projects
Nozzle Vibration Tool
Developed and validated solver for nozzle natural frequencies analysis
Propulsion Performance Tools
Software for the analysis and performance prediction of propulsion systems
Generator foundation for composite ferry
Feasibility study of the generator foundation
Fatigue Analysis
FE models for fatigue analyses
ASD Tug Winch Foundation
Strength and buckling calculations of the winch supporting structure
OSRV 1050
Global natural frequency analysis
RSD 2513
Global natural frequency analysis
Carousel Rave Tug
Natural Frequency Analysis
DPu 4619
Hull strength calculations
Bluetec
Strut strength analysis
FCS 5009
Global strength analysis
FCS 2610
Forced Vibration Analysis
DMD 10026
Global strength
FDV 7111
Exhaust foundation Natural Frequency Analysis
SPi 2205
Global natural frequency analysis
OSRV 1050
Wheelhouse and mast natural frequency analysis
Thermal
Strength Analysis
ASD 2411
Guidepost Analysis