MATHEMATICAL SHIP LOFTING. SUMMARY REPORT. Volume 3
Abstract
The formulation for mathematically fairing curves and surfaces presented in Volume 3 has proved capable of economically fairing large areas of the molded form up to half the ship in size. In addition, a satisfactory method was developed for fairing mathematically the extreme ends where discontinuity occur. The joining of these several faired surfaces to form a single fair surface has not yet been successfully demonstrated. The fairing method was incorporated in a system of programs which provide loft data mathematically. Some of these programs were actually used for producing loft data. Several elements of the fairing system require additional development work. These items are listed. There is a need to reduce the size and density of the problem so that larger surfaces can be handled more efficiently. Production use of the fairing method itself should be attempted only after the additional work recommended has been completed. Suggestions for the solution of these problems are offered. The effort still needed is small compared to that already expended in formulating the method itself and demonstrating the system presented.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1963
- Accession Number
- AD0406276
Entities
People
- D. A. Atkins