Anchoring is one of the very frequent operations onboard ships. A number of variables and external factors influence the duration and location of an anchoring operation. While the type of seabed is of utmost importance during anchoring,soft muddy grounds or clay bottoms are best preferred. It should be taken care that the anchoring bottom is free of power lines, submarine cables, pipelines or rocks. Various methods on anchoring include consideration of direction and strength of wind, current and tidal stream. Often good local knowledge helps a mariner determine required manoeuvres and actions to be taken while anchoring.
The two most prevalent methods for anchoring are –
i) Let Go
ii) Walk back Under Power
1) Let Go: This method is used in over a wide range of vessels including smaller crafts and pleasure yachts to larger vessels with tonnage varying up to 1,00,000 GT. The principle followed in this method is to let go or let the anchor slip with cable under
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What Are “Let Go” and “Walk Back” Ship Anchoring Methods?
What Are “Let Go” and “Walk Back” Ship Anchoring Methods?
