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Stability:
Stability Booklet pdf (49 MB)
Introduction Lack of Understanding of Stability Criteria Stability Requirements Failure to Observe Basic Principles Pre Load Requirements Free Surface Effect Estimating Centres of Gravity Container Heights Container Weights Draft Cranes and Derricks Overloading Reductions in Freeboard Failure to Confirm the Vessel’s Condition Errors in Calculations Computers Conclusion Appendices Appendix 1: Proforma Calculation Sheet (VCG) Appendix 2: Examples of Calculating Stability Conditions Case Studies Case Study 1 Case Study 2 Case Study 3 Case Study 4