3D SCANNING BOW THRUSTER RETROFIT IN QATAR
Precise measurements, structural validation, and an accurate alignment survey with regard to the vessel’s geometry are necessary for the installation of a bow thruster. Using our 3D scanning, laser measurements, and modeling, we provide comprehensive engineering to ensure bow thruster integration in ships, vessels, and offshore rigs. Using both portable 3D scanners and terrestrial laser scanners, we conduct 3D surveys to get the whole geometry of the bow tunnel, hull structure, interior compartments, and machinery areas. Our naval architects and design engineers produce digital as-built models for thruster installation, structural reinforcement, and structure alignment before drydocking. A suitable retrofitting solution for the installation of a bow thruster on an existing ship or offshore unit requires 3D dimensional measurements of the internal frame, hull curvature, and available space.We can perform various welding qualification and welder testing services in Qatar to verify that the welder or welding operator can make sound quality welds. We provide ABS Approved welding procedures for welding compliance with the American Welding Society (AWS), American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) and BS EN Standards related to the welding engineering practices.
We assigned a specialist to the ship’s location offshore to do a 3D scan of the old tail shaft and the fixed propeller cone in order to ensure accurate installation. Any geometrical irregularities within the propeller cone can be found using the scanned data. The ship repair company creates the new tail shaft’s cone according to the precise final specs using the 3D scanning data. We will do a virtual, blue-fit test using 3D scanning data, so the fixed propeller won’t need to be brought into the workshop. If the measurements are accurate, we can produce the new tail shaft and have it installed right away. We offer as-built 3D scanning data, CAD models, and class-approved documentation for all vessel types engaged in bow thruster retrofit and its reverse engineering, including:
- High-density 3D point cloud data for bow tunnel design and placement
- Internal structural modifications and reinforcements 2D designs (sections, profiles, layouts)
- Plans and drawings for cable and pipe routing.
- Design of motor and gearbox mounts
- New bow thrusters are placed in existing hulls using 3D CAD models; alignment tests, collision checks with existing components, and clash detection.
- Tunnel cutout alignment and structural assessment; internal frame and reinforcement design utilizing STEP, IGES, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD; equipment base modeling for gear units and motors
- Pipe routing, cabling paths, and spatial optimization
REVERSE ENGINEERING OF BOW THRUSTER PROPULSION IN QATAR
Reverse engineering is necessary when the original documentation for bow thruster propulsion systems is either missing or outdated. Our reverse engineering services and specialists enable shipowners and OEMs to regenerate CAD models of bow thruster components, support structures, or entire systems through accurate reverse engineering measurements using 3D laser scanning equipment and manual scanners. Our professionals extract dimensional measurements of bow thruster housings and tunnels utilizing LiDAR scanning, 3D modeling, and 3D scanning.
- Verification of propeller geometries and blades
- Measurements of bearing housing and shaft alignments
- Measurements of bow thruster tunnels, blades, and hubs
- Examining the flange constructions and gearbox mounts
- Measurements for mounting flanges and transition rings; evaluation of legacy thruster units in need of redesign or replacement; and alignment and shaft bearing areas.
Software programs like SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, and Revit are used to digitize all of the reverse-engineered 3D models, which are then used for manufacturing, design updates, maintenance planning, replacement, repair, and refurbishing.