Rid Edge
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RigEdge is the unique and innovative software enabling rig and yacht designers to rapidly define the rig dimensions. The robust analysis tools quickly evaluate the sail loads on the rig and calculate the rig deformation and relative loads. With RigEdge You can: RIG: spars, standing and running rigging SAILS: mainsail and genoa, Hull and deck wind forces over the sailplan sails loads on the rig mast bend and luff sag rig loads and tensions BRIO compatible THE ANALYSIS METHOD The RigEdge integrated analysis method is very accurate and includes: Comprehensive aerodynamic and structural analysis of sails to evaluate the sail loads on the rig Cutting-edge technology to calculate mast bend, luff sag and rig loads User-friendly tools enabling rig designers to modify the initial design and tuning loads Graphical plots to make it easy the review of rig performance and compare alternative solutions RigEdge, by virtually stimulating the structural behavior of the defined rig configuration under the sails loads in up-wind sailing conditions allows the design of optimal rigs. MAIN BENEFITS Speed Up Rig Design Drive rig design from concept to definition of rig geometry and loads. The powerful and integrated design and fast analysis features accelerate the decisional process. Explore Alternatives RigEdge provides the flexibility to explore rig design concepts in 3D, by assessing performance in various sailing and tuning conditions. Then, using robust design and CFD tools, it is possible to compare alternative designs. Communicate Easily With graphics and robust plotting, RigEdge supports the communication with the sail and yacht designers and with the clients. Sizable Savings RigEdge enables the evaluation of alternative rig design in less time. This leads to sizable savings for designers who use expensive design tools (in terms of time, money and human resources employed on the project).

Mast and rig design cover an important role in maximizing the performance of sailing yachts. Weight, shape and materials are the main aspects of the mast design. The design of optimal rigs should take into account realistic sail loads. RIG AND SAIL DESIGN SPARS SAIL PLAN mast spreaders crane boom bowsprit vang shrouds forestay runners and checkstays main sheet jib / genoa & mainsail automatic sail shape development camber and twist control roach/battens any headboard SAIL LOADS CALCULATION SAILING CONDITIONS FEM/FEA Results sailing angle AWA / TWA AWS / TWS/BS righting moment pressure...