Reply To: How do I set the Motion Calculation method in Ansys Aqwa?

[Mike Pettit]

Hello,

Aqwa uses a 3D panel method with source distribution approach, plus an optional correction for small forward speed. The panel method is more general than strip theory, as the latter assumes the structure is slender, so it is no good for e.g. floating platforms. There is no option to use strip theory in Aqwa.

Mike