Overview of the Development of Ship Manoeuvring and Control Technology

Abstract

With the development of China's shipping trade, the maritime cargo transportation industry chain is becoming increasingly complete, and the requirements for ship safety and efficiency are also increasing. As an important factor affecting ship safety and efficiency, ship maneuvering and control technology has become a key issue to comprehensively grasp. Firstly, this article analyzes and summarizes the development status of ship maneuvering and control technology both domestically and internationally, and elaborates on the relevant theories of ship maneuvering systems; secondly, the four stages of the development of autopilots are summarized for the control methods of ship maneuvering rudder; finally, prospects were made for the development trend of ship maneuvering and control technology. It is of great significance for promoting the development of ship maneuvering and control technology, and for promoting the development of China's shipping industry.