Available thrust envelope for DP station-keeping given number of thrusters and worst-case single-failure scenario.
Formula
$$ T_{post} = (n - n_{fail}) \cdot T_u $$
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $T_u$ | Thrust per unit | kN | thruster data sheet |
| $n$ | Number of units | - | vessel configuration |
| $n_{fail}$ | Worst-case failure count | - | FMEA |
Sources
- IMCA M140 Rev.1.