Improved Fender Systems for Shallow and Deep Draft Berths. Phase I.

摘要

This report presents investigations and descriptions of the following:state-of-the-art of fender design;available fender units;comparison of fender unit performance;common system configurations;adequacy of systems'function;docking procedures;fender system costs;mooring practices;types of damage to fender systems;problems with fenders;maintenance and repair practices;examination of trends in ships'characteristics. The functions of various fender systems are described,and types of damage and problems that may occur are presented. Problems with fender systems are ranked,and design objectives are identified.