What is the possible alternate for winch-stowed steel wire ropes for the mooring of large tankers at terminals?
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Option C: High Modulus synthetic fibre ropes
High modulus synthetic fibre ropes offer a viable alternative to steel wire ropes for large tankers. They provide comparable strength with lower weight and better flexibility, while maintaining sufficient modulus to manage mooring loads effectively, aligning with modern mooring system advancements.
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High modulus synthetic fibre ropes offer a viable alternative to steel wire ropes for large tankers. They provide comparable strength with lower weight and better flexibility, while maintaining sufficient modulus to manage mooring loads effectively, aligning with modern mooring system advancements.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Advanced Training for Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations (CHEMCO).
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