As part of the hunt class mid-life update feasibility study a manoeuvring analysis has been undertaken. This was to investigate the feasibility and relative manoeuvring performance enhancements of incorporating various alternative rudder and thruster combinations. The study was undertaken in association with other Hunt class mid-life update studies. The strategies of dynamic positioning and position control by manoeuvring were investigated to determine the relative capability of various equipment solutions, and an environmental sensitivity analysis was undertaken. Advice and guidance was sought throughout the study from ship's operators and thus a practical assessment of the various manoeuvring solutions was made.
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