Tug Stability Yellow Sea and oscillation period all exceed

and oscillation period all exceed the International Organization of Standards norm

it features a maintenance-free

North Limit 29� 41'

1 US East Coast

Tug Stability Yellow Sea and oscillation period all exceedOver the years numerous harbor tugs have capsized, often with tragic consequences. Stability is a complex subject and mainly a specialism of naval architects. Tug masters seldom have this detailed knowledge yet they experience the effects of a tugs stability every day when maneuvering their tug, either free sailing or when assisting ships. It is, therefore, not just desirable but necessary for tug masters to have at least a basic idea of the elements