Tug use offshore, in bays and rivers : the towmaster's manual / by Captain George H. Livingstone and Captain Gran H. Livingstone
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TextoDetalles de publicación: London : The Nautical Institute, 2006 Descripción: XIV, 171 p. : il. ; 31 cmISBN: 1-8700-7774-1Tema(s): Barcos remolcadoresResumen: This book sts out to document the practices which are used to handle tug barge systems in port and at sea. The main focus concerns operations on the West coast of the USA and Canada. However the hard lessons learnt there will transfer into other areas around the world so making this book a valuable source of reference for tug operators generally. This book includes the new certificate standards required by the USCG and also the results of a major study into bridge allisions in American rivers. The main chapters cover: Boat handling; Towing equipment; Ocean towing; Towing and manoeuvring barges in harbours, bays and rivers; Towing close astern; Multiple barge towing; Special tows and disabled ships; Flat towing/dead ship movements; Pivot point; Watchstanding priorities; Command; Conclusion.
| Tipo de ítem | Biblioteca de origen | Signatura | URL | Estado | Fecha de vencimiento | Código de barras | Reserva de ítems |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monografías | 02. BIBLIOTECA CAMPUS PUERTO REAL | 629.561/LIV/tug (Navegar estantería(Abre debajo)) | Texto completo | Disponible Ubicación en estantería | Bibliomaps® | 3744672843 |
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Bibliografía: p. 159-160
This book sts out to document the practices which are used to handle tug barge systems in port and at sea. The main focus concerns operations on the West coast of the USA and Canada. However the hard lessons learnt there will transfer into other areas around the world so making this book a valuable source of reference for tug operators generally. This book includes the new certificate standards required by the USCG and also the results of a major study into bridge allisions in American rivers. The main chapters cover: Boat handling; Towing equipment; Ocean towing; Towing and manoeuvring barges in harbours, bays and rivers; Towing close astern; Multiple barge towing; Special tows and disabled ships; Flat towing/dead ship movements; Pivot point; Watchstanding priorities; Command; Conclusion.
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