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Dr Kieran Dodworth has been with Brookes Bell since 2001 and is our lead Naval Architect. As well as having overall responsibility for the Naval Architecture arm of Brookes Bell, Kieran also uses his expertise in marine structure aero and hydro dynamics to develop our services for international clients. His substantial knowledge and experience has made his opinion much sought after, offering advice, reporting and writing articles on:
Non-linear dynamics of offshore structures
Vessel dynamics & Seakeeping
Line dynamics (moorings & risers)
Structural analysis
Hydrodynamics
Hull form and superstructure design
Advising clients, Kieran’s specialist knowledge has led to him becoming a respected expert witness, providing his expertise in a number of complex civil and criminal court cases and in arbitration. He has given evidence in arbitration hearings in London and in the US.
With comprehensive experience he investigates and consults with clients in respect of:
Strength analysis of damaged and as-designed structures
Critical defects and fatigue
Flooding rates and stability
Hydrodynamic performance and loads
Kieran and his team continually develop the company’s analysis capabilities to improve on the accuracy, cost and speed of analysis.