FDESIGN is a FORAN integrated solution that can be used as a:

• 2D and 3D drawings generator from all FORAN design disciplines: Initial Design, Hull Structure, Outfitting and Electrical. Drawings are generated in FDESIGN directly from the 3D product model. Consistency between the model and the related drawings is ensured, thanks to the continuous update between the 2D entities and the 3D elements. A complete representation for modelled elements is possible with different visualization methods. FDESIGN includes a function to reprocess the drawing after changes in the model, without losing the modifications introduced by the user
• 2D graphic editor: some of the functions available in FDESIGN consist of the possibility to create smart dimensioning, symbols, user-configurable drawing templates, to insert labels and to generate part lists from the drawing information
• Stand-alone drafting tool for the generation of independent drawings: FDESIGN is a 3D solid modeller, with a wide range of functions for the creation of casting parts and other complex pieces. FDESIGN may also be used as a complementary tool in conjunction with FSURF for importing and modifying any kind of surfaces from other formats (iges, step, dxf and others).

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Generation of product model drawings

FDESIGN allows the smart generation of drawings containing any combination of selected elements of the 3D model (hull structure, equipment, vent ducts, cable trays and piping). Theoretical lines and surfaces such as frames, decks and bulkheads can also be included in the drawings.

The following types of drawings can be generated:

• Main orthogonal projections
• Sections by any plane
• Perspective views with any orientation

The user decides the type of presentation (wire frame, hidden lines removal, shading and others) and selects the elements to be drawn. The scene may also be modified by changing the sections or the visibility of entities.

Drawings may be completed with the following features:

• Labelling: according to configuration decided by the user
• Dimensioning: with regard to absolute coordinates, frame system, decks, transverse bulkheads or given points

The automatic update of the drawing throughout the life project cycle is guaranteed in FDESIGN so the production capability is not impacted with design changes. A set of user defined templates can be used to customize the generation of views.

Generation of symbolic hull structure drawings

FDESIGN provides functions to create hull structure drawings:

• General purpose: traditional block wise oriented drawings, composed of planar sections, shell and deck projections, shell expansions and 3D views. They cover different stages of the design flow (structure sections in basic design, detail design block assembly drawings and classification drawings)
• User defined: by means of graphic interactive selection of items and layout
• Assembly process oriented: automatic interim-product drawings and curved panel assembly (prefabrication berths)
• Automatically generated: the user can create series of repetitive drawings based on a set of parameters and customized drawing templates

FDESIGN incorporates specific edition tools for completing the drawing with labels and symbols representing different attributes of the selected elements such as identification, scantling, profile sections and end-cuts.

2D Graphic editor2D

FDESIGN provides a complete 2D design and drafting application, including: 

• Create ‘smart dimensions’ linked to the entities
• Insert labels and balloons using entity properties, also linked with entities
• Build automatic part list from the information of the drawing
• Create standard symbols and libraries of symbols
• Create internal and external references to other drawings
• Create user templates to customize the drawings

One important advantage of FDESIGN consists of its ability to import and leverage legacy 2D drawings (dwg, dxf, iges). Drawings from other formats can be imported, modified and reused as if they were native.

Advanced modelling and surface design

FDESIGN is based on a powerful dimension-driven and parametric 3D solid modeller which enables the creation of solids and surfaces using a set of tools, with a friendly user interface.

FDESIGN key features:

• Smart objects for encapsulating and sharing design practices
• Modelling and development of sheet metal
• Large assembly management 
• Interference analysis and collision detection
• Solid / surface interoperability
• Animation and rendering

FDESIGN supports objects that are typical of Non-Manifold Topology (NMT), like incomplete objects, objects with internal surfaces dividing different materials and objects with multidimensional geometry (solids, surfaces, curves). The user can create solid models with dimensions related to each other which can be changed at any time, and change the size of a part by selecting and editing its corresponding dimension values.

FDESIGN can be used as a complementary tool in conjunction with FSURF to import and modify surfaces from other formats. The user is able to import, create and manage complex surfaces in FDESIGN and to export them into FSURF.