Photos: Rodrigo Azcueta, Managing Director with CFD Engineers, Hugh Ward and Angus Gray-Stephens.

Cape Horn Engineering were commissioned to conduct a blind CFD validation study using towing tank data for the Fleming 58. The aim of the validation was to increase confidence in the current CFD simulations and to demonstrate that they are a good alternative or complement to tank testing for future projects.

Following the CFD analysis and studies Cape Horn Engineering were delighted to be commissioned for their CFD services to fine-tune the new Fleming 85 hull design. A multitude of CFD reports and analysis were carried out to ensure the most efficient hull possible and good seakeeping characteristics were achieved in all sea states.

Norman R. Wright & Sons recently commented ”It has been fantastic working with your team and it has really changed how we do our R&D. During these times of Covid, I don’t think we would have been able to do traditional tank testing. The CFD studies by your team have been invaluable and have allowed us to continue with our work.”

Described as the ‘ultimate cruising yacht’, the Fleming 85 semi-displacement hull has been designed and engineered to be highly efficient. The optimum strength/weight ratio of the structure has been achieved, whilst retaining the brand’s traditional robust construction, but with less weight, verified by DNV (Det Norske Veritas) standards.

For more details, please see case studies:

Fleming 58 – Blind Validation Case Study

Fleming 85 – Design Optimisation