TYSOND
From Aug 2023 to Aug 2024 I worked as a Design Engineer for TysonD Ltd - a small Canterbury-based company specializing in marine design and integration of marine systems for luxury and high-performance vessel builds and refits. In this position I worked very closely with my managing director, a vastly experienced naval architect. In a contracting capacity we undertook assigned tasks on projects for clients both in New Zealand and internationally, from concept design through to producing deliverables for in-build vessels, such as technical assembly drawings, systems schematics and cut files.
Below is a select range of examples that are typical of the work I carried out.
BlueWater CAT - General Arrangement
A general arrangement (2D interior layout) I developed for a conceptual 65ft bluewater foiling catamaran for TysonD. Envisaged as a radical vessel that combines the comforts of a luxury long-voyage cruiser with the high-performance of an offshore racer, the interior needs to be highly functional in both roles without compromising on either. Of particular note is the palatial full-beam master cabin within the forward wing deck, and the two aft double cabins (with ensuites) that optimize available space in the exceptionally narrow hulls that are necessary for high speeds when under sail and on the foil.
Systems arrangement diagrams - vandal 18m powercat
Examples of high-fidelity drawing sets I compiled for boatbuilders and systems installers for the build of 2x 18m luxury aluminium explorer-style catamarans. Fabrication and outfitting was undertaken in Poland. Virtually all planning, integration and 3D modelling of all the vessels’ systems was done by myself and a fellow design engineer at TysonD.
Systems arrangement diagrams - ‘m90’ Catamaran
Examples of high-fidelity drawing sets I compiled for boatbuilders and systems installers for the extensive overhaul and refit of a composite sailing catamaran with a racing pedigree. Fabrication and outfitting is being undertaken in the UK. Much of the planning, integration and 3D modelling of the vessel’s systems was done by the small team at TysonD.
