Creation of Ship Navigation Data Using Simulation Technology in Training Module

Zulkifly Bin Mat Radzi,Tang Jut Weng,Md Hafize Md Eusoff,Sarah Isnan,Adenen Aziz

doi:10.7225/toms.v10.n02.w03

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Abstract

All ships need navigation data to ensure they stay on track during course-changing maneuvers. Navigation data are usually obtained by shipyards while conducting turning trials at sea. The aim of this research was to generate navigation data for warships, such as the Leander Class Frigate (LCF). The research was conducted using the Ship Bridge Simulator (SBS) simulation technology at the Maritime Centre of the National Defence University of Malaysia (NDUM). Turning trials were conducted at various speeds, rudder angels, and heading changes. Distance to new course, advance and transfer have been tabulated for LCF navigation data. Navigation experts validated the data by nautical chart plotting. The data were found to be highly reliable for the training module. The research was successfully conducted and generated LCF navigation data. The navigation data collected are highly accurate and effective for the naval cadet navigation training module at the NDUM. The SBS software is highly suitable for turning trials and navigation data generation.

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Maritime transportation is essential for the commercial sector, especially for a maritime nation
The Ship Bridge Simulator (SBS) was found to be suitable for the creation of navigation data to be used in the pilotage training of naval cadets
The creation of Leander Class Frigates (LCF) navigation data had a huge impact on the development of competencies that naval cadets need to make a headway in the navy

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Maritime transportation is essential for the commercial sector, especially for a maritime nation. A variety of instruments can be used for navigation purposes, vessels need accurate navigation data to maintain navigation safety. In order to train naval cadets in navigation safety, the National Defence University Malaysia (NDUM) had procured a full-mission Ship Bridge Simulator (SBS) from Kongsberg, Norway in 2015 (Zulkifly, 2016). Thereafter, a training module known as the LAKSANA Module was developed to improve professional competencies of naval cadets. The LAKSANA Module contains psychomotor and affective curriculum for naval cadets’ assessment. The LAKSANA Module has yet to establish the navigation data for different types of ships in the SBS. The objective of this research was to generate ship navigation data for Leander Class Frigates (LCF) using SBS simulation technology at the NDUM Maritime Centre

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