China's First Large-Scale SWATH Vessel Set Sail
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China's first large-scale small water plane area twin hull (SWATH) vessel 'Shiyan-1' set sail in Sanya, Hainan province on May 9, 2009.
The new vessel 'Shiyan-1' is China's first large-scale SWATH with more than 2,000-ton displacement. The 60 meter-long and 26 meter-wide vessel is equipped with an AC frequency-conversion drive system and a dynamic positioning system. It is known for its outstanding features of vibration and noise reduction, and automation. Shiyan-1 could be used to carry out comprehensive and multi-disciplinary marine investigations in hydro-acoustics, marine physics, geo-biology, marine and geological environment, due to its outstanding properties such as seaworthiness and quietness, noted experts.
The all-welded steel structure 'Shiyan-1' could cruise in all types of water except ice zones. With spacious lab and deck, it is an excellent platform for scientific expedition.
source:english.cas.cn
The ship was designed by the No. 702 Institute under the China Heavy-duty Ship-Building Incorporation, under the supervision of three CAS institutes including namely Institute of Acoustics, the South China Sea Institute of Oceanology, and Institute of Automation.
2009-05-18
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