Flexcom > Examples > K - Software Tutorials

Section K provides some worked examples which serve as tutorials in the use of Flexcom, taking you step-by-step through sample model creation and simulation. They provide a practical overview of how to use the software, and ideally you should work through these examples completely before you start working with Flexcom.

Flexcom is accompanied by two separate worked examples as follows.

•K01 - Worked Example - Simple. This simple example considers a flexible riser in steep wave configuration. This is a very straightforward example, and illustrates basic model building principles. Once the structural configuration has been obtained statically, regular wave loading is applied to the system. This example introduces you to some fundamental concepts such as Lines, Geometric Properties, Hydrodynamic Properties, Vessels and Vessel Motions, Boundary Conditions, Static Analysis, Wave Loading, Time Domain Analysis and Database Postprocessing. Rather than following the written documentation, you may prefer to watch the Tutorial Video on YouTube.

•K02 - Worked Example - Complex. The complex example considers a free standing hybrid riser arrangement. This is a much more complex model, which includes a dual bore vertical rigid steel riser tensioned via a buoyancy tank, with a connection to an FPSO through two flexible jumpers. Once the structural configuration has been obtained statically, a load case matrix of various vessel offsets and wave periods are considered. In addition to the fundamental concepts introduced in the first example, this example also includes some more advanced topics, such as Pipe-in-Pipe, Keyword Parameterisation, Summary Postprocessing and Summary Postprocessing Collation, Code Checking and Video Creation. Rather than following the written documentation, you may prefer to watch the Tutorial Video on YouTube.

To derive maximum benefit from the worked examples, it is recommended that you actually sit at a computer and work through all of the instructions, rather than just reading through the documentation or watching the videos. Naturally, this will help you to remember the contents of the examples and should result in a more thorough understanding of Flexcom.