R/V Knorr Voyage 134-15 D. P. Fiber Optic test

Abstract

The goals of this cruise are to test the dynamic positioning system, including all sensors and interfaces. We hope to gather data under a variety of sea conditions and quantify performance. The following control configurations will be tested: 1. Automatic heading. 2. Open-loop position keeping with wind compensation . 3. Automatic track following : ARGONAV , forward cycloid only. 4. Automatic position control: ARGONAV, both cycloids. 5. Automatic track following: ARGONAV, both cyc l oi ds. 6. Automatic position control : GPS. 7. Automatic track following: GPS.