How do we accurately determine the weight of a ship’s cargo? Traditionally, draft surveys have been used to calculate this. But how do we ensure that the draft measurement we use is precise? Let’s explore the process of conducting a draft survey from scratch, according to Marine Insight.
Precise MethodWe know our goal: to determine the vessel’s Displacement, a parameter obtainable through the Hydrostatic Tables, using the draft. But the question remains—which draft should we use?
Initially, one...
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