Transas
ASD TUG
SIMULATOR
TRANSAS ASD TUG SIMULATOR
Transas, in conjunction with Seaways Ltd, have developed the advanced
ASD tug simulator capable of training a range of functions. From basic
tug handling manoeuvres for trainees to advanced towing methods for
tug masters (such as in-direct towing), any operation can be simulated.
Training Goals
Transas ASD tug simulator has been designed by tug masters and for tug
masters to provide high fidelity and cost-effective training in complex
and risky operations. The simulator is the perfect tool for training in:
• ship assist work
• high speed escort work, and
• integrated tug master and pilot training.
Project innovations
3D
For better immersion in the training, Transas has made its tug simulator
3D so that trainees can accurately judge distances on a 2D screen. This
covers depth perception, one of the key training requirements of tug
masters when operating in close proximity to large vessels under tow.
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TRANSAS ASD TUG SIMULATOR
Hydrodynamic model: as real as it gets
16 pages of manoeuvring notes, hours of real time video
and 200 man/weeks of hard work
Full mission
A key advantage of this tug simulator is the improved built-in tug bridge
hydrodynamic modelling and interaction capabilities of the tug with its
tow. Transas software developers collaborated closely with tug masters
to replicate the exact characteristics felt during tug manoeuvres. This
advanced capability allows the operator to acquire the necessary skills
INTEGRATION
before going live on a real tug, without risk of damage.
Configurations
Desktop solution Desktop
solution
To familiarise and practise basic operations, a simplified desktop
configuration can be used.
Full mission simulator
In tug simulation, the requirements for visualisation and hardware are
higher than those of conventional ship operations. Thus, additional
features such as vertical angle of view, rear view visualisation and
dedicated hardware should be considered for a tug full mission bridge.
Joint training
As the simulator is built on the Transas NTPRO simulator platform, the
instructor can operate multiple tug training stations in one scenario.
This flexibility provides the simulator with more advanced training
capabilities where multiple tug operations can be conducted for large
vessels or even rig moves with a rig master co-ordinating. The addition
of a Full Mission Bridge simulator to these training scenarios allows the
Full mission
bridge team on the vessel being towed to take part. This simulation shiphandling
configuration then can be used for advanced pilot training, whereby bridge
a pilot can be trained in tug placement, control, communications and
operations.
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TRANSAS ASD TUG SIMULATOR
“After ten months of searching [for a Hardware
simulator manufacturer], we were always
drawn back to Transas due to their futuristic In addition to the advanced hydrodynamics model, the simulator can be
approach of what could be achievable. They equipped with real tug controls to enhance the training environment
have done an excellent job in achieving this further.
and it is a credit to them. One of our main
criteria was as our tug masters found the 2D For the simulator at Portsmouth, Transas integrated a DAMEN tug
perspective when working very close was console. ASD tugs are one of the most popular tugs in the world, and the
hard to judge distances. Transas reply was addition of the exact bridge console used in these vessels truly enhances
“let’s go 3D on high definition LED screens”. the simulator’s training capabilities. Operator can move effortlessly from
This is what a customer wants to hear as an training simulator to real tug without any familiarisation period required.
answer to a problem and then see it acted
on. We have now got what we feel the
worlds very best Tug Simulator. It has been
an absolute pleasure working with such a
forward thinking team as Transas.“
Stephen Sandy
National Training Manager
Having recently completed the Train the
Trainer course for the SeaWays accredited
SERCO training masters on the new
TugSim at the Transas simulation facility in
Portsmouth, I can creditably state it is the
first time we are now able to undertake to
our high standards all 90 training exercises
that make up our entire training programs
on a simulator.
Capt. Arie Nygh
Managing Director
MNI FITA
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