Marine Loading Arm Calculator

Marine Loading Arm Calculator MCP Connector for Claude

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Sizing and envelope analysis for marine loading arms.

4 tools Official Updated Oct 1, 2026 Official Vinkius Partner

This MCP server provides specialized engineering tools for designing marine loading arms (MLA). It calculates physical arm dimensions based on fluid properties, determines necessary reach considering vessel motion and tides, validates operating envelopes, and simulates emergency release system (ERS) triggers. Use calculate_arm_dimensions to size the arm for specific products, analyze_reach_requirements for manifold positioning, evaluate_operating_envelope for safety validation, and simulate_emergency_release to test safety thresholds.

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4 tools expose this connector's capabilities to your AI agent.

analyze_reach_requirements

Determines the necessary physical reach of the arm to cover the vessel's manifold position

calculate_arm_dimensions

Determines the required physical sizing of the arm based on fluid flow requirements

evaluate_operating_envelope

Validates if a specific arm configuration can safely cover the vessel's manifold throughout its motion

simulate_emergency_release

Evaluates the activation threshold of the ERS based on movement

See how to talk to your AI agent using Marine Loading Arm Calculator.

What diameter do I need for a flow rate of 500 m3/h with a density of 900 kg/m3 and viscosity of 20 cSt?

The required arm diameter is 450 mm with a calculated velocity of 3.14 m/s.

Will an arm with 25m reach be safe for a manifold at {x:10, y:5, z:2} with a 3m tide range and 2m vessel motion?

Yes, the arm reach is sufficient to cover the manifold and the predicted vessel motion with a safety margin.

Simulate an emergency release if the structural limit is 15m and the extreme motion is 14m with a threshold of 12m.

The ERS trigger was activated. The safety buffer is 1m before reaching the structural limit.

You can use the `calculate_arm_dimensions` tool by providing the required flow rate, product density, and viscosity.

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