Graphics
Transas graphics are acknowledged as the best in marine simulation. Below are examples of the realistic graphics generated at PMI.
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Valdez, AK |
Seattle, WA |
Oakland, CA |
Tacoma, WA |
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Moving Clouds |
Sun Glare |
Snow |
Fog |
Environmental Capabilities
The system provides a realistic display of any weather condition, various atmospheric phenomena, time of the day, visibility and illumination effects, reflection, and glare on the water. Tides and currents can be adjusted, as required, and programmed to change during simulation with the buoys generating current feathers. In addition to overall condition parameters, PMI can set up environmental zones to create very realistic environmental conditions; such as fog banks, local wind and current effects, and local wave effects.
Visual Control Unit
PMI's simulators have a visual control unit so the vessel operator can transfer position to either bridge wing and then tilt or rotate the visual scene to produce a realistic visual perspective. In addition, the viewing point can be transferred to other locations on the vessel, such as the bow or stern. Additionally, binocular view mode can be activated at the press of a button.
Alarm Capability
Alarms can be initiated to simulate an array of system malfunctions; including engine, steering, and navigational aid failures.
Mooring Line Attachments
All vessel models have multiple line attachment points and multiple line type options such as polypropylene, wire, nylon, and dyneema. Each line has its own breaking strain limits and can be individually controlled at the instructor station.
Anchor Response
Vessel models respond appropriately to the use of anchors for standard and dredging anchor maneuvers. Anchor position and forces are displayed and recorded in the log file.
Tug Operations
PMI's simulator offers conventional twin screw, Z-drive, and Voith Schneider tug models that can be operated as ownships or implemented as target vessels for operation from the instructor station. Parameters of bollard pulls available range from 26 to 56 tons; however, virtual force vectors can be applied to simulate any amount of bollard pull in any direction. Z-drive and Voith Schneider tugs can be operated in the indirect mode to generate twice the bollard pull of the tug when operating in the direct mode. Transas tug models interact with vessels based on speed and proximity. PMI's manned tug simulator provides a realistic environment for tug/ship operations when docking, undocking, or escorting. |
