SOLAS

Beyond the metacentre – towards more reliable inclining experiment outcomes

25th July 2023 | Editors Choice, The Naval Architect - News

By Rob Gehling, FRINA Background As a naval architecture student, I was taught that the metacentre was applicable only at zero angle of heel, irrespective of its role in determining the initial slope of the righting lever curve. But it can be easily proven that the metacentre moves around at small angles of heel and […]

Lifejackets: fit for purpose?

13th July 2023 | Ship & Boat International - News, Safety

What goes into producing a high-quality lifejacket? Obviously, there is the selection of suitable, durable materials, components and foam, as well as stringent tests to ensure that the jacket’s performance meets ISO, SOLAS and/or MED standards and helps to keep the wearer alive. Another consideration, though, is customer feedback: the end user’s requirements play a […]