The dynamic positioning system development project for a supply vessel of Turkish Petroleum Offshore Technology Center (TP-OTC) was initiated in November 2023. In the initial stage of the project, the ship model and its attachments, including the propeller, rudder, and thrusters, will be produced. Next, a series of resistance, propulsion, and seakeeping tests are scheduled to be conducted at the ITU Ata Nutku Ship Model Testing Laboratory. These tests will be complemented by free-running experiments in the ITU Pond. The data acquired from these tests will be used for the derivation of self-propulsion and maneuvering coefficients, and the determination of rudder and thruster parameters. Following this, a mathematical model of the ship will be implemented and validated. This validated model will used for the design of a path-following and dynamic positioning controller for the ship. The controller, once developed, will be implemented on the physical ship model, which will be tested out at the ITU Pond.

Innovative Aspect

1) Examination of Digital Ships: In the project, it is planned to create a mathematical of a ship model to be able to simulate its motion. This approach allows us to precisely assess the performance of a ship and its controller.

2) Positioning of Ships: The project aims to include novel methods and algorithms to be used for ship positioning. This can significantly increase the safety and efficiency of docking procedures.

3) Automatic Control and Management Systems: The key goal of the project to develop an automatic control and management systems for a ship. This allows ships to be better managed with less human intervention.

4) Motion Coefficients and Performance Improvements: By examining the factors affecting ship motions, the project aims to develop new design or control arrangements that will enable ships to perform better.

5) Data Collection and Analysis: The project also aims to include comprehensive data collection and analysis processes regarding ship dynamics and performance. The insights gained from this data can be used to optimize ship operations.

6) Reducing Environmental Impacts: The project aims to reduce the environmental impacts of ships. This may involve implementing new controllers aimed at reducing fuel consumption and lowering emissions.

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