Abstract
ABSTRACT At-sea evaluations of the Coast Guard Vessel of Opportunity Skimming System (CGVOSS), the Norwegian NOFIVEE Sweep and the Fully Integrated Oil Collection System (FIOCS) oil-recovery systems were conducted to determine their seaworthiness and handling and towing characteristics. Tests were conducted off the coast of Groton, Connecticut. Dynamic data were collected for information on the stability and performance of each system. The Canflex Sea Slug storage device was also tested to determine the performance of an expandable containment vessel under tow. The data shows that the CGVOSS performed well in low sea states and low speeds, the NOFI and FIOCS systems perform well in low and high sea states, and the Sea Slug is stable at low towing speeds.
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