Alongside the powering performance predictions, seakeeping and manoeuvring issues are rising up in importance for whichever ship project. The impact of these aspects on the final performance of a ship is huge and the area of expertise is in continuous development.
The know-how built-up in the past collaborations with research institutes and universities allows NASDIS pds to be proactive in consultancy for this field.
The prediction of manoeuvring characteristics of a ship assumes a vital role for safety and controllability during transit and harbour operations. An accurate hydrodynamic analysis could help to design the steering arrangement of the ship to comply with international regulations.
Running the proprietary code, NASDIS pds is able to simulate the standard manoeuvrability tests required to satisfy IMO rules. Advices can be offered on how to improve the manoeuvring capabilities of the ship since the early design stages.
NASDIS pds expertise covers also the simulation of escort tugs and convoys operating in restricted waters.
