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AHTS - Bollard Pull Test

AHTS (Anchor Handling / Tug / Supply) bollard pull certification per classification society - static vs dynamic.

AHTSBollard pullOffshore
Static BP
120t

Formula, assumptions, and limits

$$BP = k \cdot BHP$$

AHTS 150-250 t typical. Measured in open-water at 100 % MCR, 10 min steady state. Dynamic BP (zero speed through water) lower than static.

Symbol legend

SymbolMeaningUnitSource
$k$BP/kW ratiot/kWvessel type

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