Create Vessel Shape Outline

This procedure lets you create a 3D outline of the vessel by defining its dimensions, as well as the position of the reference point (RP) in the vessel. You can also use this procedure to revise an existing vessel outline.

Creating the 3D outline is not necessary for processing, but it is useful for visualizing the vessel in the 3D display.

To create or edit a 3D outline:

1. Open the vessel file if it is not already open.

2. In the Vessels window, select the vessel (or any of its components).

3. Select the Vessel Shape command.

The vessel shape editor opens. The first page is the Plan View Shape page.

4. Enter the following measurements in metres:

• In the top box, enter the vessel width measured from port to starboard.

• In the middle box, enter the length from the stern to the base of the bow.

• In the bottom box, enter the length from the stern to the tip of the bow.

5. Click Next.

The Plan View RP page is displayed. It is used to set the position of the reference point (RP).

6. Enter the following measurements in metres:

• In the top box, enter the distance from the starboard side to the RP.

• In the bottom box, enter the distance from the stern to the RP.

7. Click Next.

The Profile View Shape dialog box is displayed.

8. Set the height measurements for the vessel:

• In the left box, enter the height of the vessel body from the keel to the deck.

• In the right box, enter the height from the keel to the RP.

9. Click Finish.

The outline of the vessel is displayed in Vessel Editor.