A Comparison Between Syncrolift and Floating Dry Dock

المؤلفون

  • Ahmed Najeb المؤلف
  • Majid Almas المؤلف
  • Abdullah Alobudi المؤلف

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59992/IJSR.2023.v2n12p2

الكلمات المفتاحية:

Ship Lifting، Syncrolift، Floating Dry Dock، Ship Maintenance

الملخص

The maritime industry relies heavily on efficient and effective ship lifting mechanisms for vessel maintenance, repair, and construction. This abstract provides a concise overview of a comprehensive comparison between two prominent ship lifting technologies: Syncrolift and Floating Dry Dock. Syncrolift systems utilize a platform with synchronized lifting mechanisms, while Floating Dry Docks submerge to lift vessels. This comparative analysis delves into various aspects, including operational capabilities, cost-effectiveness, and adaptability to different vessel types. By examining the strengths and limitations of each technology, this study aims to provide valuable insights for maritime stakeholders, shipyards, and naval professionals seeking to optimize their ship lifting processes, enhance operational efficiency, and make informed decisions in the dynamic world of maritime operations. The findings presented herein contribute to a better understanding of these vital technologies and their role in shaping the future of ship maintenance and construction.

السير الشخصية للمؤلفين

  • Ahmed Najeb

    Department of Marine Engineering, Faculty of Maritime Studies, King Abdulaziz University, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia & Department of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Alexandria University, Egypt

  • Majid Almas

    Department of Marine Engineering, Faculty of Maritime Studies, King Abdulaziz University, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

  • Abdullah Alobudi

    Department of Marine Engineering, Faculty of Maritime Studies, King Abdulaziz University, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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التنزيلات

منشور

2023-12-15

إصدار

القسم

Articles

كيفية الاقتباس

A Comparison Between Syncrolift and Floating Dry Dock. (2023). المجلة الدولية للبحوث العلمية, 2(12). https://doi.org/10.59992/IJSR.2023.v2n12p2