Structural Analysis and Redrawing of a Sailing Catamaran with a Numerical and Experimental Approach

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Argitaratua izan da:Journal of Marine Science and Engineering vol. 13, no. 7 (2025), p. 1270-1298
Egile nagusia: Grasso, Giovanni Maria
Beste egile batzuk: Bonfanti, Marco, Lo, Savio Fabio, Alizzio Damiano, Chiacchio Ferdinando
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100 1 |a Grasso, Giovanni Maria  |u Department of Electric, Electronic, Informatics Engineering, University of Catania, Via S. Sofia, 4, 95100 Catania, Italy; giovanni.grasso@dieei.unict.it 
245 1 |a Structural Analysis and Redrawing of a Sailing Catamaran with a Numerical and Experimental Approach 
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520 3 |a This study investigates the structural behavior of a sailing catamaran subjected to wind, wave, and self-weight loads, with the ultimate goal of improving the structural design through redrawing techniques. A digital model was developed using Creo software 6 and analyzed through Finite Element Analysis (FEA), complemented by experimental deformation tests conducted under dry conditions and controlled loading. These tests provided a reliable dataset for calibrating and validating the numerical model. The analysis focused on the structural responses of key components—such as bulkheads, hulls, and beam-to-hull connections—under both isolated as well as combined load scenarios. Most structural elements demonstrated low deformation, confirming the robustness of the design; however, stress concentrations were observed at the connecting plates, highlighting areas for improvement. The vessel’s overall stiffness, though advantageous for structural integrity, was identified as a constraint in weight redrawing efforts. Consequently, targeted structural modifications were proposed and implemented, resulting in reduced material usage, construction time, and overall costs. The study concludes by proposing the integration of advanced composite materials to further enhance performance and efficiency, thereby laying the groundwork for future integration with digital and structural health monitoring systems. 
653 |a Finite element method 
653 |a Behavior 
653 |a Structural engineering 
653 |a Catamarans 
653 |a Composite materials 
653 |a Deformation 
653 |a Weight 
653 |a Structural analysis 
653 |a Calibration 
653 |a Aluminum 
653 |a Bulkheads 
653 |a Sailing 
653 |a Wind effects 
653 |a Structural design 
653 |a Structural behavior 
653 |a Stress analysis 
653 |a Strain gauges 
653 |a Structural health monitoring 
653 |a Velocity 
653 |a Structural integrity 
653 |a Numerical models 
653 |a Structural response 
653 |a Hulls 
653 |a Mathematical models 
653 |a Aerodynamics 
653 |a Design 
653 |a Finite element analysis 
653 |a Structural members 
653 |a Environmental 
700 1 |a Bonfanti, Marco  |u Department of Agriculture, Food & Environment, University of Catania, Via S. Sofia, 100, 95100 Catania, Italy; marco.bonfanti@unict.it 
700 1 |a Lo, Savio Fabio  |u Department of Civil Engineering and Architecture, University of Catania, Via S. Sofia, 54, 95100 Catania, Italy; fabio.losavio@unict.it 
700 1 |a Alizzio Damiano  |u Department of Civil, Energy, Environmental and Material Engineering (DICEAM), Mediterranean University of Reggio Calabria (UNIRC), Via Graziella Vito, 89122 Reggio Calabria, Italy; damiano.alizzio@unirc.it 
700 1 |a Chiacchio Ferdinando  |u Department of Electric, Electronic, Informatics Engineering, University of Catania, Via S. Sofia, 4, 95100 Catania, Italy; giovanni.grasso@dieei.unict.it 
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