Application of a Short-range Distance Measurement System in Ship-to-Ship Operations

Egil Pedersen, Etsuro Shimizu, Tony Haugen, Tor Einar Berg

Abstract:	An international joint-industry research project for studies of different aspects related to ship-to-ship (STS) operations has been initiated. The background for the project is an anticipated future demand for STS studies and necessity to improve the mathematical models for multiple ship maneuvering in close proximity and enhance quality of training on ship-handling simulators of operative key personnel involved in STS operations. Experienced Mooring Masters conducting lightering operations suggest that accurate information of relative distance and speeds would assist in conducting a safe approach of the service ship towards the ship-to-belightered. The short-range distance measurement system RADius developed by Kongsberg Seatex AS of Norway has been proposed as one suitable technology platform towards a decision-support system for STS operations. Modification of existing software and verification of speed accuracy are required.
Published in:	Proceedings of the 2008 National Technical Meeting of The Institute of Navigation January 28 - 30, 2008 The Catamaran Resort Hotel San Diego, CA
Pages:	943 - 947
Cite this article:	Pedersen, Egil, Shimizu, Etsuro, Haugen, Tony, Berg, Tor Einar, "Application of a Short-range Distance Measurement System in Ship-to-Ship Operations," Proceedings of the 2008 National Technical Meeting of The Institute of Navigation, San Diego, CA, January 2008, pp. 943-947.
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