Simulation Research

MITAGS/PMI bring a tremendous amount of expertise and experience in conducting field research studies involving dynamics of vessels in confined waterways. In addition, we have conducted numerous navigation channel design studies of ship and tow channels involving computer simulation.

Depending on the Scope of Work and the level of Reporting Required, PMI will ensure that objectives are met to the highest of standards.  On high end Research Projects, PMI works in association with Waterway Simulation Technology Inc. (WST).

Waterway Simulation Technology, Inc.

WST was formed as a Mississippi S-Corporation in 1997. The Principal Investigators (PIs), Mr. Chris Hewlett and Dr. Larry Daggett, have over fifty years of combined experience in all aspects of navigation design studies; including systems analysis simulation modeling, development and implementation of numerical models of ship maneuvering behavior physics and hydrodynamics, study design and management, database development, analysis of results, and reporting and presentation of study results.

 Also, the PIs have extensive experience consulting with various private and governmental organizations involved in the marine transportation industry including pilot organizations, state and municipal port authorities, major engineering consultants, the Panama Canal Commission, U.S. Army Engineer districts, U.S. Coast Guard offices, St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation, Canadian Transportation Development Center, and commercial shipping and towing companies. Dr. Daggett was responsible for writing or overseeing the updating of the Corps of Engineers’ (COE) Engineering Manuals and Regulations concerning navigation project hydraulic design.

Because of this experience, WST has detailed knowledge and ability in the management and technical application of state-of-the-art navigation study processes and methods. Since both PIs are former employees of the USAE Waterways Experiment Station (WES) in Vicksburg, Mississippi; WST possesses unsurpassed direct experience with numerous navigation projects across the country.

Working with PMI's Modeling Department

Given PMI's Advanced Modeling, Visualization, Recording and Playback Capabilities, our clients can expect the highest Research / Reporting results. 

Illustrations of pier “enhancing” in “Los Angeles” exercise area