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A Practical Approach to Ship Automation
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Abstract
Automation of the deck and engineering functions of merchant ships is approached by treating the entire ship as a single system on both a technical and economic basis. Fundamental precepts for a practicable system are defined. System objectives accuracy criteria, reliability, maintenance, relative economics, and command philosophy are discussed.
A central data processing computer, with analog computers for redundance, is the primary means for mathematical computations, sequencing operations, monitoring, and data logging. How computer characteristics were determined is discussed along with the proper role of remote control.
Consoles for navigation, collision avoidance, trim, list, and stability, and engine room data readout and control are discussed and a new Marine Course Computer, the first item to reach the hardware stage, is described.
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Clayton, C., "A Practical Approach to Ship Automation," SAE Technical Paper 630231, 1963, https://doi.org/10.4271/630231.Also In
References
- “Proposed Program for Maritime Administration Research. ” Report of Maritime Research Advisory Committee, National Academy of Sciences, National Research Council 1960
- “Merchant Ship Automation Study” Final Report to Maritime Administration, Contract MA-2228, Norden Reports 262 R 0011-0018
- Clayton C. T. “A Systems Engineering Basis for Ship Automation.” N. Y. Metropolitan Section, Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers October 1961
- Clayton C. T Fogarty M. J. “A Marine Course Computer. ” Norden Report X1003 September 1962
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