Modeling the Characteristics of the Ship Berthing Force at Dock Using the Lagrangian Particle Method
摘要
Berthing ships safely is crucial in maritime transport, as it involves maneuvering vessels alongside structures. This interaction produces complex forces, stressing both the ship and the dock. The Ship berthing force varies with vessel characteristics, which is essential for port dock design. This study investigates these forces using the Lagrangian particle method, specifically the smoothed particle hydrodynamics (SPH), and empirical equations. Using DualSPHysics, ship and dock models were analyzed at various berthing velocities (0.2, 0.3, 0.5, 0.6, and 0.8 m/s). Sea level data from the north coast of Java were utilized. Results reveal a correlation between berthing velocity and force received by the dock, consistent across SPH and empirical methods.