Overview of NAPA 2023.2
NAPA 2023.2 is the NAPA software suite, developed by NAPA Ltd., a Finnish-based provider of maritime engineering solutions. NAPA specializes in CAD/CAM tools for ship design, structural analysis, stability calculations, and operations optimization, serving naval architects, shipyards, and classification societies worldwide. The software enables safer, more sustainable shipbuilding by integrating 3D modeling, finite element analysis (FEA), and regulatory compliance tools.remains a key update, with subsequent versions like 2024.x building on its foundations. It supports Windows environments and emphasizes seamless workflows from concept to detailed design.
Key Features
- Hull Form Design: Advanced parametric modeling for hydrodynamic optimization.
- Structural Design: Tools for plate and profile definition, mesh generation, and load analysis.
- Stability Analysis: Intact and damage stability modules compliant with international regulations.
- 3D Collaboration: Integration with NAPA Viewer, a web-based tool for sharing and visualizing 3D models without full software installation.
- Automation and Integration: Scriptable workflows, API support, and links to FEA solvers for efficient simulation.
What’s New in NAPA 2023.2
This release focuses on user experience enhancements, regulatory updates, and efficiency gains in design and analysis. Key improvements include:
- Hull Form Design Upgrades: Improved user interface for faster iterations, including new “Saved Views” for quick model navigation.
- Loading Condition Management: More efficient handling of weight distributions and ballast calculations.
- Structural Tools: Shift toward detailed design with better polyline tools (e.g., new round options) and streamlined 3D-to-FEA transitions.
- Stability Enhancements: Support for 2024 IMO Intermediate Performance (IP) Code requirements per MSC.527(106); new deterministic damage stability app for easier setup, especially for beginners.
- Collaboration: Enhanced NAPA Viewer for web-based 3D model review, supporting diverse data visualization.
