Basic Syntax of TXHBD

The XML format has one root element, TXHBD, with a number of different child elements containing different aspects of the model.

• The Units element describes the units used in this schema.

• The ShipParameters element contain general data about the ship, such as speed and length between perpendiculars.

• CoordinateTables contain frame and longitudinal coordinate tables.

• The Spaces element describes the ships division into zones and compartments.

• The CrossSections2D contain a collection of transverse sections, such as midship section.