orcaflex
OrcaFlex marine dynamic analysis — modeling, analysis, post-processing, and validation
Best use case
orcaflex is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
OrcaFlex marine dynamic analysis — modeling, analysis, post-processing, and validation
Teams using orcaflex should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/orcaflex/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How orcaflex Compares
| Feature / Agent | orcaflex | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
OrcaFlex marine dynamic analysis — modeling, analysis, post-processing, and validation
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# OrcaFlex Skills Root skill for OrcaFlex marine dynamic analysis workflows. ## Sub-Skills ### Modeling - **modeling/** — Core OrcaFlex model building - **model-generator/** — Automated model generation from templates - **model-sanitization/** — Model cleanup and validation - **monolithic-to-modular/** — Split large models into modular components ### Environment & Setup - **environment-config/** — Environmental load configuration - **vessel-setup/** — Vessel and floating body setup - **rao-import/** — RAO data import and validation ### Analysis - **extreme-analysis/** — Extreme response analysis - **modal-analysis/** — Modal and eigenvalue analysis - **installation-analysis/** — Marine installation simulations - **jumper-analysis/** — Jumper and flexible riser analysis - **mooring-iteration/** — Mooring system design iteration - **operability/** — Weather window and operability assessment ### Post-Processing - **post-processing/** — Results extraction and processing - **results-comparison/** — Compare results across load cases - **visualization/** — Plots and animation generation ### Validation - **code-check/** — OrcaFlex model code compliance checks - **spec-audit/** — Specification compliance audit - **static-debug/** — Static analysis debugging - **yaml-gotchas/** — Common YAML configuration pitfalls ### Utilities - **batch-manager/** — Batch run management - **file-conversion/** — File format conversion - **line-wizard/** — Line type configuration wizard - **specialist/** — General OrcaFlex expert guidance
Related Skills
OrcaFlex Specialist Skill
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orcaflex-reporting-fixture-proof-pattern
Build and extend fixture-backed OrcaFlex reporting proof paths in digitalmodel using stable metadata baselines, normalized HTML snapshots, and reusable reporting test helpers.
digitalmodel-orcawave-orcaflex-proof-workflows
Class-level digitalmodel OrcaWave/OrcaFlex readiness, semantic-proof, fixture-proof, and closeout workflows.
orcawave-orcaflex-readiness-audit
Audit the real readiness of digitalmodel OrcaWave/OrcaFlex spec-driven workflows by reconciling workspace-hub issues, source/tests, semantic-equivalence boundaries, and wiki synthesis gaps.
digitalmodel-orcawave-orcaflex-workflow
Current-state workflow for navigating and extending digitalmodel OrcaWave/OrcaFlex capabilities across code, tests, issues, queue tooling, and licensed-machine boundaries.
orcawave-orcaflex-semantic-proof-wave-closeout
Close out an OrcaWave/OrcaFlex semantic-proof wave after a PR merges, split unrelated CI blockers, and seed the next semantic-proof issue wave without duplicating existing issues.
orcawave-to-orcaflex
Integration specialist for converting OrcaWave diffraction results to OrcaFlex vessel types. Handles hydrodynamic database generation, RAO import, viscous damping addition, and coordinate system transformations.
orcaflex-yaml-gotchas
Production-proven OrcaFlex YAML traps and solutions covering dormant properties, boolean mismatches, section ordering, Pydantic integration, and section name aliases.
orcaflex-visualization
Generate visualizations from OrcaFlex and OrcaWave simulations using the shared OrcFxAPI — model views (SaveModelView), time series plots, range graphs, and interactive HTML reports. Covers both .dat/.sim (OrcaFlex) and .owd (OrcaWave) files via the same API surface.
orcaflex-vessel-setup
Configure 6-DOF vessels in OrcaFlex with hydrodynamic properties, RAO import from AQWA, and vessel type creation. Covers initial position, orientation, calculation settings, and motion options.
orcaflex-static-debug
Troubleshoot and resolve OrcaFlex static analysis convergence issues. Diagnose common problems including line connectivity, tensions, environmental conditions, and numerical instabilities.
orcaflex-specialist
Automate OrcaFlex marine simulations via Python API for mooring, riser, and installation analysis