Review article
https://doi.org/10.18048/2022.62.02
Importance of Condition Assessment Programme by Ultrasonic Measurement
Matej Miočić
; University of Rijeka, Faculty of Maritime Studies, Studentska ulica 2, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia
Renato Ivče
; University of Rijeka, Faculty of Maritime Studies, Studentska ulica 2, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia
Astrid Zekić
orcid.org/0000-0002-6287-0760
; University of Rijeka, Faculty of Maritime Studies, Studentska ulica 2, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia
Đani Šabalja
; University of Rijeka, Faculty of Maritime Studies, Studentska ulica 2, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia
Abstract
Paper gathers information on Condition Assessment Programme (CAP), which is implemented by
classification societies to thoroughly assess condition of tankers and bulk carriers by inspection of
engine and hull. It is voluntary programme, mostly participated by tankers and bulk carriers which are
fifteen and more years old and today less present on the market. Special focus will be on ultrasonic
measurement of thickness of ship´s plates which is most significant indicator on condition of older
vessels. After all measuring is done, data is compared with classification society rules and condition
of hull and machinery will be assessed. This kind of inspection provides owners of older ships proof
that despite age their ships are equally capable of conducting sea voyage. The authors analyse the
number of ship arrivals in the port of Rijeka to gain a better insight into their age. Furthermore, the
authors advocate ultrasonic thickness measurement for the purpose of reducing hazards.
Keywords
Condition Assessment Programme; tankers and bulk carriers; corrosion, classification society; hull and machinery condition; ultrasonic thickness measurement
Hrčak ID:
281442
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Publication date:
23.8.2022.
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