ASSESSMENT OF SHIP SAFETY IN EXTREME STORMS AND THE USE OF SMALL MODELS

Given correct loading (and discharging) loss of a ship through structural collapse or capsize are a function of the design and construction of the vessel. The paper discusses how small-scale physical models can be used in wave basins more extensively than at present to help quantify the risk of loss through these two mechanisms. Some results obtained with a small scale tanker model on wave bending and with a small scale standby vessel on capsize are presented and a way of using experiments with such models in a risk of loss estimation procedure is discussed.

• Supplemental Notes:
  • RINA Trans, v 136 pt B, 1994, p 229 [13 p, 38 ref, 2 tab, 6 fig]
• Authors:
  • Wolfram, J
  • Harris, R E
• Publication Date: 1994

Language

• English

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Capsizing; Failure; Stability (Mechanics); Structural mechanics
• Uncontrolled Terms: Model tests; Structural failures
• Old TRIS Terms: Small size
• Subject Areas: Marine Transportation; Safety and Human Factors;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00709358
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: British Maritime Technology
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Aug 14 1995 12:00AM