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Hull Design & Fairing, Basic Hydrostatics & Stability
Orca3D’s Design Module makes creating hulls and checking stability fast and easy.
Resistance Prediction, Weight Tracking
With the Analysis Module, you can see how your design choices affect performance, weight/CG, and cost.
Intact & Damaged Stability with Tank Loads
When projects demand more detailed analysis, the Advanced Stability Module gives you the tools to succeed.
Fast, Accurate, & Affordable CFD
Combining Orca3D with SimericsMP gives you fast, accurate simulations without requiring CFD expertise.
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Start designing in hours, not weeks. Orca3D is intuitive, even for new Rhino users.
Every day, naval architects around the world rely on Orca3D to develop hull designs, analyze hydrostatics and stability, and run performance predictions that meet the requirements of regulatory bodies like Bureau Veritas, the Norwegian Maritime Authority, and the US Coast Guard.
From workboats and commercial vessels to cutting-edge yachts and military craft, Orca3D helps ensure your designs are ready for approval, saving time, reducing risk, and giving you the confidence that comes from using a tool proven in the field.
We created Orca3D because we wanted better tools for our own marine design work. Today, naval architects around the world rely on Orca3D for fast and accurate marine design.
Learn more about our team, our values, and our commitment to empowering designers with practical design tools.
Need quick answers to common questions?
Yes. Orca3D works as a plug-in for Rhino. If you don’t already have Rhino, you can download a trial from McNeel’s website and use it alongside your Orca3D trial.
Simply download and install Orca3D, then activate the trial when prompted. You’ll have full access to all features for 15 days to explore the software and see how it fits into your workflow—no credit card required.
Orca3D is built directly inside Rhino, so you can go from concept to detailed analysis without leaving the modeling environment. It’s known for its ease of use, accurate results, and cost-effectiveness compared to traditional naval architecture software.
Yes. Trial users receive the same access to our Help Center, documentation, and direct support as paying customers. We want you to feel confident exploring Orca3D.
Our Help Center offers guides, tutorials, and FAQs. We also provide sample models, webinars, and training resources to help you get the most out of Orca3D.
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