Modeling the Characteristics of the Ship Berthing Force at Dock Using the Lagrangian Particle Method

Wahyu Trihadi, Ezra Nozomi Gloria Sompie*, Muhammad Hafiz Aslami, Oki Setyandito, Juliastuti, Andryan, Andrew John Pierre, IGusti Ngurah Sumanta Buana

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Abstract

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.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAdvanced Structured Materials
PublisherSpringer
Pages113-121
Number of pages9
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2025

Publication series

NameAdvanced Structured Materials
Volume228
ISSN (Print)1869-8433
ISSN (Electronic)1869-8441

Keywords

  • Berthing force
  • DualSPHysics
  • Lagrangian particle method
  • Smoothed particle hydrodynamics (SPH)

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