SHIP HANDLING Flashcards
1
Q
What do you consider before berthing?
A
Controllable factors:
- engine
- rudder
- anchor
- fenders
- first and last line
- pivot point
- transverse thrust
- bow/stern thrust
2
Q
What are the uncontrollable facotrs?
A
Tides and wind (weather)
3
Q
When would you use an anchor?
A
Tight spaces, controll my bow. Onshore winds.
4
Q
Can you berth with the tide astern?
A
NEVER (not for this exam)
5
Q
Revise GMA ship handling situations
A
6
Q
What is squat and what is the calculation for squat?
A
Displaced water is not easily replaced and suction happens. It is proportionate to depth of water and speed. Reduction in UKC. Squat= CB x Velocity2 / 100 (open water) or 2 x (cb x V2) / 100.
7
Q
Describe bank affect
A
8
Q
What is girting?
A
