Author(s)

K. Johansson

Abstract

The CAD/CAM system as a central information source in a shipbuilding environment K. Johansson Kockums Computer Systems AB, Box 50555, S-202 15 Malmo, Sweden ABSTRACT In a shipbuilding CAD/CAM system a product model is built up, during the design process, with geometric as well as non-geometric information. This information is used for producing drawings, different kinds of production information (inch NC-information), etc. Information needed for parts lists, production planning, material handling, etc., can be derived from the product model instead of being created manually. The paper discusses important characteristics of a shipbuilding CAD/CAM system. The perspective is the CAD/CAM system as a part of the total information flow within a shipyard. INTRODUCTION Ships and offshore structures are often built in short series or as individual made-to-order products. The high complexity of the products implies an intensive design and planning process, where many tasks

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