Case Studies – Galateia
Brief
To turn the concept design for the water ballast system design into a working installation comprising four tank volumes, two per side with a fully automated pick up, transfer and discharge all integrated into the current GA of the vessel. BMComposites was also commissioned to manufacture and install a new sliding foredeck hatch and sail take-down system.
Approach
Working alongside Pure, Diverse and Pure Engineering, BMComposites assisted and completed the final design layout for the entire system. All composite components were constructed in our purpose-built facility in order to produce ultra-lightweight CFRP parts with the assistance of state-of-the-art technology such as 3D scanning, 3D printing and CAD CAM CNC.
The system had to be set up with special attention to detail for the scoop intake to fill the tank volumes via a controlled master pump and distribute the necessary water volume as required for the boat’s trim. Then at the right time, be able to transfer several tons of water to the opposite tank in around five seconds. All of which can have catastrophic impact on the new and surrounding structures if not designed and installed with complete precision.
The Result
BMComposites worked closely with the captain, designers, engineers and sub-contractors to manage the entire process from initial briefing to installation and final commissioning. The boat took first place at the 2023 Palma Vela.