Maxsurf 2024 Minor 3 (24.00.03.009)

The MOSES, Maxsurf and Multiframe team is pleased to announce the release of Maxsurf 2024 Minor 3 (24.00.03.009). Visualize and optimize vessel designs with the complete set of integrated naval architecture tools in Maxsurf.



New Features
This release of Maxsurf includes several new features requested by users including

- Automation API: XMLGrid class which allows you to extract data from any table in the Maxsurf applications
- Automation API: Structural parts in Maxsurf Modeler
- New automation samples using Python
- Signed distance from Marker to Surface in Maxsurf Modeler
- Selectable run conditions in Maxsurf Stability Batch analysis
- Sounding pipe and Key point rendering in Maxsurf Stability
- Print and DXF export of graphs to a measurable scale in Maxsurf Stability
- Replacement of RADIF panel method with MOSES solvers in Maxsurf Motions
- Bug fix in Probabilistic Damage analysis when intermediate stages of flooding are included in a damage condition

Technology Preview

Find out more in this short video


Another area we have been working on is improvements to structural part modeling in Maxsurf Modeler. This includes several new features which are available in Technology Preview and we encourage you to try these and provide us with feedback so that we can develop these features to meet your needs.
- Automation API: XMLGrid class which allows you to extract data from any table in the Maxsurf applications
- Import of Room boundaries to Frame and Deck structure
- Unconstrained Stringers (of arbitrary geometry, not confined to lie on a NURB surface)
- Stiffeners on Frames and Decks
- DGN export including mesh representation of structure parts.

More information: Full details on the changes made to Maxsurf and Multiframe in version 2024 (24.00.03) can be found in the attached ReadMe.



Maxsurf offers comprehensive capabilities for the design of all types of marine vessels. Create fair hull shapes, comply with stability requirements, minimize power requirements, and ensure crew and passenger comfort in varying sea states. Minimize structural weight while ensuring scantling compliance through initial modeling and stress analysis of beam and plate structures. Maxsurf applications operate from a single parametric 3D model that facilitates smooth communication and coordination among different team members and design activities.

Multihull Designs in MAXSURF


Bentley’s MAXSURF software is used by naval architects worldwide for the design of all types of vessels; including many types of multihulls. MAXSURF software has been used at the forefront of multihull design since the first developments of the high-speed catamaran ferry market in Australia; and has worked in partnership with several leading Australian shipyards to deliver software which addresses some of the important considerations specific to multihull vessel design. The MAXSURF software, operating from a single parametric 3D model, streamlines the process across all phases of the vessel design workflow: from concept prototype, through initial design to detailed design layout. Whatever your application (high-speed ferry, offshore support vessel, semi-submersible, sailing catamaran or SWATH) attend this complimentary webinar to discover how MAXSURF software can be used to develop, analyze and optimize your multihull vessel designs.
Bentley Systems, Inc. is the global leader dedicated to providing architects, engineers, constructors, and owner-operators with comprehensive architecture and engineering software solutions for sustaining infrastructure. Founded in 1984, Bentley has nearly 3,000 colleagues in more than 45 countries, $500 million in annual revenues, and, since 2001, has invested more than $1 billion in research, development, and acquisitions.

Owner: Bentley Systems, Inc.
Product Name: Maxsurf
Version: 2024 Minor 3 (24.00.03.009)
Supported Architectures: x64
Website Home Page : www.bentley.com
Languages Supported: english
System Requirements: Windows *
Size: 1.1 Gb