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Manoeuvring experiments, mathematical model and sensitivity analysis for test-case ferry
24 May 2022
This paper presents an overview of an experimental and numerical campaign for a test-case ferry. The study consisted in captive model tests, free ...
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Linking Experimental and Numerical Wave Modelling
13 Mar 2020
Experimental or numerical analysis of the response of ships and other floating structures starts with correct environmental modelling. The ...
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Experimental investigation of the hydro-elastic behaviour of flexible composite propellers in non-uniform flow at model and full scale
26 May 2019
In this paper, new developments in the measurement technology of the hydro-elastic response of flexible composite propellers are described. The ...
Magazine
Stereo Particle Image Velocimetry proves important tool in a wide range of test campaigns
17 Aug 2017
Reading time 3 minutes
Report gives an overview of the use of Stereo Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) at MARIN over the years.
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Particle Image Velocimetry in a Moonpool
28 Sep 2015
Moonpools are used on many types of vessels. Waves and the corresponding motions of the vessel or simply forward speed in calm water can induce ...
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Instationary Captive Model Tests
11 Sep 2015
The Seakeeping and Manoeuvring Basin of MARIN measures 170 m X 40 m X 5 m and is equipped with an X-Y carriage and turntable. The movements of the ...
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Integrating Onboard DP Systems into Model Test Facilities and Offshore Bridge Simulators
4 May 2015
After the first model tests confirmed station keeping performance for Dynamic Positioned (DP) drilling units, many research projects have helped ...
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PIV Measurements in Thruster-interaction Research
1 Oct 2014
During DP operation the thrusters of the vessel counteract the wind, wave and current forces, so that the vessel can maintain its required position ...
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Thruster-Interaction Effects on a DP Shuttle Tanker - Wake Flow Measurements of the Main Propeller and Bow Tunnel Thrusters
1 Jun 2014
This paper discusses thruster interaction effects for a DP shuttle tanker, equipped with two main propellers and rudders, as well as two bow tunnel ...
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Thruster-interaction Effects on a DP Semi-submersible and a Drill Ship: Measurement and analysis of the thruster wake flow
9 Jun 2013
Thruster-interaction model tests were carried out in MARIN's Deepwater Towing Tank. Detailed PIV measurements were performed of the wake flow ...
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The Wake Flow Behind Azimuthing Thrusters, Measurements in Open Water, Under a Plate and Under a Barge
1 Jul 2012
The wake flow behind a ducted azimuthing thruster was investigated. The thruster wake is an important factor in thruster interaction effects. Model ...
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An Exploratory Study on the Working Principles of Energy Saving Devices (ESDs)
10 Oct 2011
A new Joint Industry Project (JIP) has been initiatedrecently by MARIN, called ESD-JILI (??), lookinginto the working principles and scale effects ...
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Using Dynamic Positioning For Side-By-Side Cargo Transfer Operations
18 May 2011
A rather unconventional, but nevertheless practical method is presented to keep two large ships in close proximity to allow side-by-side operations. ...
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Analysis of the Velocities in the Wake of an Azimuthing Thruster, using PIV Measurements and CFD Calculations
12 Oct 2010
The wake flow behind a ducted azimuthing thruster was investigated, both in open water conditions and with the thruster placed under a schematical ...
Magazine
New stereo-PIV system proves a valuable tool for flow measurements
24 Dec 2009
Reading time 6 minutes
Stereo Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) is an advanced measuring technique for obtaining 3D velocity information in a plane. PIV can be used to ...
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Challenges for PIV in towing facilities
1 Sep 2009
Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) has proven world-wide to be a promising flow measuring technique for maritime fluid dynamics research. PIV ...
Magazine
New unstationary test techniques in the MARIN basin
29 Jan 2009
Reading time 6 minutes
To determine mathematical models, Planar Motion Mechanism (PMM) and rotating arm tests have traditionally been used but with the introduction of the ...
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Experimental investigation into the flow around a manoeuvring LNG carrier on shallow water
1 Jun 2006
The objective of this research project is to supply information on the hydrodynamical flow around a manoeuvring vessel on shallow water. The flow ...
