SHIP HANDLING IN FOLLOWING SEAS

Deck Senior Officer
SHIP HANDLING IN FOLLOWING SEAS

Code No: 636

Video Running Time: 35 minutes

VIDEO

It is well known that when a ship is sailing in following or quartering seas its motions can become exaggerated and the dangerous situations that arise can result in capsize. This video uses model experiments and computer simulations to describe these effects and to provide advice on how these dangers can be avoided.

Overall the video provides detailed explanations of the risks associated with following seas and aims to promote practical knowledge of ship handling.

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JAPAN CAPTAINS ASSOCIATIONS