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Calculation of the Geometry of Ship Collision Zones

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  21 October 2009

Abstract

An account of the calculation of the geometry of collision zones surrounding vessels engaged in overtaking and meeting encounters is given. The zones are calculated for a range of mariners' decision times corresponding to clear and restricted visibility. The determination of encounter risk from the size of the zones is discussed.

Type
Research Article
Copyright
Copyright © The Royal Institute of Navigation 1989

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