Automating CFD simulations with Simcenter™ STAR-CCM+ and the Virtual Tow Tank (VTT) template can dramatically speed up your design process and improve efficiency. The VTT template, available for free, simplifies the setup of hull resistance and powering simulations, enabling quick comparisons with towing tank data. STAR-CCM+ plays a crucial role by automating the entire workflow—from meshing and boundary conditions to solver settings and postprocessing. This automation reduces manual effort and ensures consistency across simulations.
The VTT template comes with built-in best practices, so you don’t have to start from scratch every time. It allows you to easily input key parameters like hull geometry, fluid properties, speed, and vessel draught. The software handles all the other decisions behind the scenes, ensuring a streamlined and repeatable process. Whether you’re conducting resistance, powering, or hull optimization studies, STAR-CCM+ helps you run simulations faster and more accurately. Ready to explore how you can optimize your simulations with STAR-CCM+? Check out our full e-book to dive deeper into the possibilities!