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A Dynamic System for Fuel Optimization Trans-Ocean

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  21 October 2009

S. Calvert ,
E. Deakins  and
R. Motte
S. Calvert
Affiliation:
(Institute of Marine Studies, Polytechnic South West)
E. Deakins
Affiliation:
(Institute of Marine Studies, Polytechnic South West)
R. Motte
Affiliation:
(Institute of Marine Studies, Polytechnic South West)
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Abstract

Increased fuel costs necessitate a careful consideration of consumption when planning voyages trans-ocean. A model is formulated whereby ship response algorithms are matched with forecast environmental conditions expected for the duration of a voyage. A discrete system allows an optimization routine to minimize fuel costs for a trans-atlantic passage, using dynamic programming techniques.

These are simulated by using an on-board boosted micro-computer. The results are discussed and limitations of the system considered.

Keywords

1. Meteorology.2. Weather Routeing.

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Research Article
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The Journal of Navigation , Volume 44 , Issue 2 , May 1991 , pp. 233 - 265
Copyright
Copyright The Royal Institute of Navigation 1991

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