In this tutorial you have been given an introduction to how wind can be applied to beams, truss and membrane. Both mean (regular) wind and a wind spectrum can be applied for most components in AquaSim.

By establishing simple models and apply the wind stepwise one can check that the wind loads are as expected. In general, it is advised to first establish simple models to check how the options works, and then implement it to more complex models. In that way you keep control of the different load contributions in the analysis.

At last, it is noted that other membrane load formulations (other than type Normal) includes wind forces in a different way. The option Net in air is not available for General impermeable net, Morison free plate, Lice skirt, Closed compartment and surface tarpaulin. Instead, wind loads are included automatically when the Water volume correction With slamming is activated.

This option is found in the Advanced section in the Environment window.