Author(s)

J.R. Iribarren, A. Baonza, J.C. Santas & A. Navarro

Abstract

Several ro-ro and ferry vessels have suffered problems while moored in the Port of Cadiz during the last months. Large amplitude motions and breakage of mooring lines produce a serious decrease in the efficiency of load transfer or can even impede it, while safety is seriously threatened. The Port and Coastal Research Center of CEDEX developed a project study aimed to define the problem, describe the reasons which cause it and propose solutions. Wave measurements, observation of ship motions, numerical wave propagation models, as well as wave and moored ship physical models have been applied to accomplish these objectives. This paper will concentrate in the application of the physical model to define the wave and long wave conditions close to and inside the port, as well as the moored

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