1891. Development of a Mass Properties Database Plotter and Mass Distribution Program
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Abstract
This paper describes the concept, development process, and software architecture of two mass properties analysis computer programs. The first is MPPLOT (Mass Properties PLOTter), is used to verify the accuracy of mass properties models through the use of interactive, three-dimensional, color graphics. The second is MASDIS (MASs DIStribution), which is used to distribute masses from a mass properties data base model to a NASTRAN finite element model. The efficiency of the mass properties database verification process is greatly enhanced through the use of MPPLOT. MASDIS provides a highly efficient, automated data link between NASTRAN finite element models and mass properties databases. This paper describes the program specifications, capabilities, architecture, and methodology used in the development of MPPLOT and MASDIS. It also describes the goals and rationale used in the development of these programs.
