Sunardi, Moch Agus Choiron, Sugiarto, Putu Hadi Setyarini, Heri Supomo
Fishing vessel collisions are a significant maritime safety concern, influenced by structural vulnerabilities, navigational errors, and environmental factors. This study evaluates the crashworthiness of different hull configurations using a combined approach of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) simulations and in-water impact testing. The experimental setup involved controlled collisions of floating vessel models, analyzing deformation patterns, energy absorption, and fluid-structure interactions. The results indicate that transversely reinforced hulls exhibit superior impact resistance, reducing deformation and enhancing structural integrity. The integration of numerical and experimental data confirmed the effectiveness of stiffened plate structures in mitigating impact forces. Additionally, the role of hydrodynamic damping was highlighted as a key factor in force distribution. These findings contribute to enhanced fishing vessel design strategies, offering practical insights for maritime safety improvements and future vessel reinforcement research. © by the authors.
Marine and Fisheries Faculty, Universitas Brawijaya, Malang, 65145, Indonesia; Department of Mechanical Engineering, Universitas Brawijaya, Malang, 65145, Indonesia; Department of Naval Architecture, Faculty of Marine Technology, Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember, Surabaya, 60111, Indonesia
