Discussion of the digital twin is everywhere at the moment. The theory of exploring designs virtually before confirming physically is well understood. But there are still few examples from industry of the benefits that a holistic approach brings to marine design. One company leading the way in the use of the digital twin is W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 propulsion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In this video Norbert Bulten<\/a> and Petra Stoltenkamp<\/a> explain how W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 propulsion use Simcenter to create a digital twin of a vessel\u2019s propulsion system<\/strong>. As Norbert explains, every vessel is unique, so every propulsion system is unique. And to ensure optimal performance for each vessel, W\u00e4rtsil\u00e4 employ an \u2018opti-design\u2019 approach. They simulate the complete ship hull, propeller and free surface. As well as this they analyse the complete engine\/fuel system with propulsion data from simulations to predict engine efficiency and fuel consumption. <\/p>\n\n\n\n