Challenge

Radar Mast & Final Assembly of Yacht

HHari Ram A24 Jun 2022

CAE DESIGN

RADARMAST

Front View:

Side View:

Isometric View:

Feature Tree:

ASSEMBLY

Front View:

Side View:

Isometric View:

Feature Tree:

PROJECT REPORT ON SUNSEEKER YACHT

OBJECTIVE:

To design the sunseeker yacht using solidworks software by creating each parts with the help of blueprints.
To assemble all the parts belongs to sunseeker yacht to obtain complete model.
To render the model using photoview 360.

INTRODUCTION

SolidWorks is a solid modelling Computer Aided Design(CAD) and Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) application. This uses a parametric feature oriented approach inorder to design the models and assemblies.
In the case of sunseeker yacht, most of the models are designed with the help of blueprints and uses surface modelling in majority design area.
Photorealistic rendering place a major role in enhancing visualize effect to the model.

DESIGN METHODOLOGY:

Initially blueprints are arranged to the planes so creating blueprint setup. It helps in assembly of the parts into a complete model.
Propeller, Radar are made without the help of blueprint.
Hull, front seat, middle seat, rear seat, radarmast,superstructure are modelled and appearances are given.
Assembly is done by inserting each components at the right orientation by giving proper mating features between bodies.
Render the model using photoview 360 and solidworks visualization.

Surface Modelling: Surface Modeling is the method of showing or presenting solid objects. The process requires you to convert between different 3D modeling types, such as converting the 3D object to show procedural surfaces, validate imperfections, and apply smoothness.Surface modelling allows to create more free-form shapes. It is more definitive in nature. Creation of complex surfaces is easier in comparison with other modelling techniques.

TYPES OF COMMANDS USED:

Sketch commands
Surface commands
Features

Sketch Commands

Line : It is the most used tool while sketching. It can be Normal line, centreline and midpoint line.
Circle : It is the tool which enables circular drawing in sketch. Solidworks has cirlces which can be drawn two ways. Normal circle and perimeter circle.
Rectangle : It can be corner rectangle, centre rectangle, 3point corner rectangle, 3 point centre rectangle and parallelogram.
Spline : It can be 2D and 3D curves which can be drawn with set of points. It can be changed into the model curves by adjusting the spline handles.
Point
Offset entities : It is used to copy the original sketch to a certain distance inwards or outwards.
Sketch Fillet : Sketch fillet is used to trims away the corner at the intersection of two sketch entities to create a tangent arc.
Straight Slot : It sketches a straight slot using the two end points.
Text : This option is used to text the matter needed in the particular surface or plane.
Sketch Picture : It is used to insert picturein sketch plane to obtain an underlay for 2 D sketches.
Convert Entities : It will project edges of a face onto the active sketch whether or not the face is parallel to the active sketch.
Smart Dimension : It is an essential tool to give the dimension for each sketch.

Feature Commands

Extrude Boss/ Base : Extruded Boss feature adds material to the part model.
Extrude Cut : It is used to remove material of a 3D model by 2D sketch.
Swept Boss/Base : Split feature is used to sweep a closed profile along a closed or open path.
Split Line : This command is generally useful when we need to create additional faces on a model without altering the geometry.
Dome : It helps to create domes on 3D parts ar shapes by giving a curved surface around the selected surface.
Projected Curve : It allows the user to create curves by projecting the selected curves onto the face of the user-defined solid or surface geometry.
Piercing : The pierce point defines the location of the profile, relative to the sketch segment used to create the structural member.
Reference Plane : The plane of reference (or reference plane) is the plane used to define orbital elements (positions).
Fillet
Chamfer

Surface Commands

Extrude Surface : Sets the extrude Thickness equally in both directions from the sketch.
Lofted Surface : The loft feature creates a shape by making transitions between multiple profiles and guide curves. This tool is very valuable for modeling complex surfaces.
Swept Surface : Create planes for sketching the sweep profile, sweep path, and if necessary, the guide curves. Sketch the sweep profile and path on the planes that you created.
Fill Surface : It is used to fill the material inside the profiles in the desired shape in which sketch is created.
Trim Surface : Trim surface is the tool used to remove unwanted surface in model during modelling.
Ruled Surface : The Ruled Surface command creates surfaces that extend out in a specified direction from selected edges.
Knit Surface : It is used to combine two or more faces and surfaces into one.
Extend Surface : It is used to extend any surface to certain extend.
Offset Surface : Creating the surface as a copy of the original surface at a certain distance.

Part Modelling : Part modeling is the process of creating a virtual prototype of something by modeling each individual part separately, which can then all be assembled together to create the model of the final product.

DESCIPTION FOR PART MODELLING

1. PROPELLER

Propellers are used to pump the fluid inorder to create a thrust which initiates the ship to move through water.The rotational motion of the baldes which are present in propellers create a difference in pressure by Bernoulli's principle between the surfaces of the blade.

Sketch Commands used:

Line
Circle
Spline

Features used:

Revolved Boss/ Base
Lofted Boss/ Base
Fillet
Extrude Cut
Circular Pattern

2. RADAR

Radars are used to detect the obstacles and ships in the way of navigation in sea to avoid collision with foreign objects.

Sketch Command used:

Line
Circle
Point
Text

Features used:

Extrude Boss/ Base
Extrude Cut
Fillet
Split line
Mirror

3. HULL

The hull of a ship is the most notable structural entity of the ship. To define the hull, it can be said that it is the watertight enclosure of the ship, which protects the cargo, machinery, and accommodation spaces of the ship from the weather, flooding, and structural damage.The forward most contour of the ship’s hull is called the bow, and the aft-most, its stern. The stem is the forward most contour part of the bow.

Sketch Commands used:

Line
Circle
Straight slot
Sketch picture
Arc
3D Sketch
3point corner rectangle
Spline

Features used:

Extrude Boss/ Base
Extrude Cut
Extrude Surface
Surface Trim
Surface Fill
Lofted Surface
Swept surface
Swept Boss/ Base
Delete Face
Knit Surface
Fillet
Chamfer
Mirror
Split Line
Projected Curve

4. Superstructure

The superstructure of a ship is the part of it that is above its main deck.The size of the superstructure has a great influence on the mobility of the vessels. They are designed in a manner, so that, they add value and hinder the speed and mobility in the least. The superstructure is mostly designed in fashion as well. This is because it is the most easily visible part of the ship, in fact it is the identification of the ship, and so the designers try to provide it with the identity that is unique.

Sketch Commands Used:

Line
Spline
3 D Sketch
Centerline
Circle
Rectangle
3 Point Corner Rectangle
Centrepoint Arc

Sketch Tools Used:

Pierce Relation
Convert Entities
Trim
Offset Entities
Split Entities

Features Used:

Surface Extrude
Reference Plane
Surface Sweep
Surface Knit
Fillet
Ruled Surface
Surface Trim
Projected Curve
Surface Loft
Surface Fill
Extend Surface
Delete Face
Extrude Boss/ Base
Extrude Cut
Rectangle
Surface Offset
Thicken Boss/ Base
Dome
Solid Sweep
Split Line
Mirror
Chamfer

5. Garage Door

It is the part that uses to close the Garage portion in the hull. It can be used either manually or automatically. The garage is used to store or accomodate large or other automobiles and other equipments etc.

Sketch Commands Used:

Line
Circle
Centreline
Text

Features Used:

Extrude Cut
Shell
Fillet
Reference Plane
Mirror

6. Blueprint Setup

It is the setup in which the views in different directions are arranged in each plane and it helps to draw the design model with a clarity. It helps the designer in the designing area.

7.Front Seat

Sketch Command Used:

Spline
Line
Centerlines
Corner Rectangle

Sketch Tools Used:

Convert Entities
Trim
Offset Entities

Features Used:

Reference Plane
Surface Sweep
Surface Extrude
Surface Trim
Surface Fill
Surface Loft
Surface Knit
Chamfer
Revolve Boss/ Base
Extrude Cut
Fillet
Mirror
Dome

8. Middle Seat

Sketch Commands Used:

Lines
Corner Rectangle

Sketch Tools Used:

Offset Entities
Trim

Features Used:

Extrude Boss/ Base
Reference Plane
Chamfer
Fillet
Mirror
Extrude Cut

9. Rear Seat

Sketch Commands Used:

Lines
Spline
Circle
Corner Rectangle
Centerline

Sketch Tools Used:

Convert Entities
Offset Entities
Trim

Features Used:

Reference Plane
Surface Sweep
Surface Offset
Surface Trim
Ruled Surface
Surface Knit
Extend Surface
Surface Extrude
Surface Loft
Extrude Boss/ Base
Extrude Cut
Chamfer
Fillet
Solid Sweep
Mirror
Revolve Boss/ Base

10. Radarmast

Radarmast is the portion in which radar is mounted inorder to navigate another foreign objects in sea. It consists of antennas, radar, rails to support etc.

Sketch Commands Used:

Line
Spline
Centerline
3 Point Arc
Circle
Rectangle
Straight Slot

Features Used:

Reference Plane
Extrude Boss/ Base
Fillet
Revolve Boss/ Base
Solid Sweep
Mirror
Chamfer
Projected Curve
Revolve Boss/ Base
Dome
Shell

Assembly

Assembly is the design area in which the individual parts which are already designed by the designer is attached together to get the actual model. It is done by inserting parts one by one in the assembly area of solidworks. The assembly operation is done by using different types of mates.

Command Used in Assembly:

Insert components
Mate

Mates Used in the Assembly:

Coincident Mates
Distance Mates
Concentric Mates

Assembly Procedures:

Initially the hull is inserted to the space.
One by one we are inserting superstructure, radarmast, front seat, middle seat . It will be inserted at the correct location due to drawn methods.
While inserting rear seat, we are giving coincident mates and distance mates.
For propeller to perfectly work, we are giving concentric mate and coincident mate.
For the radar also, we are giving concentric mate.

Views of Assembly:

Front View

Side View

Isometric View

Photorealistic Rendering using Photoview 360 and Solidworks Visualizer

Rendering:In 3-D graphic design, rendering is the process of add shading, color and lamination to a 2-D or 3-D wireframe in order to create life-like images on a screen. Rendering may be done ahead of time (pre-rendering) or it can be done in on-the-fly in real time.

Appearances: Various types of appearances can be given to each model which is enhancing the visualizing effect of the model.

Light, Camera settings in photoview 360

In solidworks we can give perfect decals light and camera views to our model. It can be rendered as a view using photoview 360.

Rendered Images for Sunseeker Yacht

In the rendered images, I had tried to give different visualizing aspects such as bloom, exposure, gamma connection, lightens etc.