In this research, global positioning system (GPS) technology was used to track the velocity and position of ferry vessels during berthing maneuvers, and vessel characteristics that affect berthing maneuvers were reviewed. Ferry vessels were tracked for 24 berthing maneuvers and five complete crossings. The research team found that the plot of vessel speed vs. distance from the landing structure was consistent and that the crews used a consistent sequence of throttle settings as they approached the berth. Changes of slope in a speed vs. distance plot were correlated to changes in throttle setting.
Design Criteria for Outer Structures at Ferry Landings. Ferry Landing Design Criteria - Phase 2
1994
52 pages
Report
No indication
English
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