MAESTRO v9.0.8 is now available!We’ve completed the development of MAESTRO v9.0.8, which features enhanced load balancing as well as a more robust solver to process large models. The MAESTRO development and support team has also addressed a variety of graphical user interface (GUI) bugs and inconsistencies.
New and Enhanced FeaturesHere is a short list of the new and enhanced features available in MAESTRO v9.0.8.
- Sparse Out-Of-Core (OOC) Solver: Added Sparse Out-Of-Core (OOC) solver that can solve very large models. The limitation of the solver is based only on the computer’s hard disk space. Models up to 700,000 degrees of freedom have been tested.
- Inertia Balance: Added automated inertia balancing for models having hydrostatic loading. Previously, automated inertia balance was only available for models not having hydrostatic loading. The details of the load balance methodology are available under Load Balance in the Verification and Validation section of the manual.
- Longitudinal Bending Moments: Axial forces for longitudinal bending moment calculations are now included. Previously, the bending moment distribution was based on the classical beam theory, where the contributions from axial forces were ignored. In some cases, this resulted in bending moment distributions that did not close at the ends. This only affects the bending moment distribution plot and does not change the model’s loads; therefore, this will not change previous model response results. The details of the longitudinal bending moment calculations are available under Load Balance in the Verification and Validation section of the manual.
- Bending Moment/Shear Plots: Bending moment and shear force are now plotted at the base line. Previously, these plots were located at the waterline.
- Load Balancing Verification Documentation: An extensive explanation and verification of the load balancing methodology is presented in the Help file.
A complete list of the Release Notes can be found at
http://www.orca3d.com/maestro/MAESTRO Release Notes.rtf.
Development ActivitiesWe continue to strive for nothing short of an exceptional experience for our user base and welcome all comments and suggestions. Our development has continued to focus on improved hydrodynamic loads import, equivalent design waves application, Spectral Fatigue Analysis, and the implementation of classification specific buckling criteria.
Download and Pricing DetailsMAESTRO v9.0.8 pricing and purchasing information is available at
http://www.orca3d.com/maestro/purchase.htm.
For users who are current on maintenance and support:MAESTRO v9.0.8 is a free upgrade for users with current maintenance and support (m&s) agreements and is available for download at
http://www.orca3d.com/maestro.
For users who are not current on maintenance and support:If you do not have a current m&s agreement, please contact your local reseller or
sales@orca3d.com to receive a quotation for MAESTRO v9.0.8.
For those who are not sure if they are current on maintenance and support:If you are not sure if your m&s agreement is current, run the MAESTRO Fast Lock utility from the Start > All Programs > MAESTRO menu. Prior to running the MAESTRO Fast Lock utility, verify the hardware lock is securely attached. This utility will read your MAESTRO hardware lock and display the date that your m&s agreement expires.
If you have any questions about purchasing or evaluating MAESTRO, please contact us at
sales@orca3d.com. If you have questions about the capabilities or use of the software, please write to
maestrosupport@orca3d.com.
On behalf of the MAESTRO development and support team, we thank you for your business and look forward to hearing from you.
