Curved Modelling Functions

These functions deal with generation of curved hull model objects. The functions are made available in a Vitesse program by the insertion of the statement import kcs_chm.The functions are then referred to as kcs_chm.<function name>. Before using a new function, please carefully read the function description.

The kcs_chm module has the following features:

• Create curved model objects from an XML description file.

• Create various kinds of curved hull modelling views: shell expansion, body plan, curved panel and shell profile view

• Store, delete, skip and recreate model objects.

• Split and combine shell profiles.

• Dimensioning of curved models.