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Simulation Model for Dual-crane Lifts Based on Geometric Constraint Xin wang, Yuanshan Lin, di wu, chengwen zhang, xiukun wang, shunde gao  Abstract—Cooperative lifting of dual-crane can save the cost and improve the efficiency of some heavy lifts. However, the complexity in developing a reliable lifting plan prevents the widespread use of cooperative crane lifts. Simulation, an effective way to visualize the entire lift course, can dramatically improve the efficiency and reliability of lifts. In this paper, a simulation model for dual-crane lifts based on geometric constraint is proposed. In which the system consisting of the two cranes and the lifted object is treated as a whole one, called dual-crane system. The cooperative modes of dual-crane in common use are modeled as geometric constraints and defined as the basic actions of dual-crane system. Simulation for dual-crane lifts are completed by using these basic actions. Finally, the usability of the proposed simulation model is verified by an actual case. ( Index Terms—Simulation, Cooperative lifting, Dual-crane, Geometric constraint, Lift plan INTRODUCTION Dual-crane lift has become an indispensable measure in modern lifting projects, especially for industrial plant constructions. In many constructions, there are thousands of tons of vessels or large-span structure. Generally, a single crane is not able to lift such objects lifted for they are too heavy, too long or too large. In this situation, dual-crane lift is used to complete these lifting tasks. However, when two or more cranes are used to lift a single object, the risk increases exponentially[1]. Once the cooperative operations of the two cranes are performed in improper manner, fatal crashes will be occurred. To this end, it is necessary to improve the safety by simulating the course of lifting since simulation is a low-cost and effective method for identifying potential problems prior to actual lift. In the past, many researchers have applied grap