Why Two Shafts Do Not Make You Safe
Without propulsion, a ship loses much of its steering ability. In heavy weather it can turn sideways to the waves, a dangerous condition called broaching that may cause cargo to shift and the vessel to capsize.
Twin-screw ships offer redundancy, but a seized shaft still creates drag, poor handling, vibration, possible hull damage, and major repair costs.
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Twin-screw ships offer redundancy, but a seized shaft still creates drag, poor handling, vibration, possible hull damage, and major repair costs.
#LossOfPropulsion #Broaching #TwinScrew #MaritimeSafety #CasualNavigation
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