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| dynamic-positioning system | |||
| Dynamic Positioning System (Dynamic Positioning (DP) systems onboard offshore vessels enable the vessel to maintain a fixed heading or position automatically. The vessels thrusters are constantly active to balance the external environmental forces (wind, wave, current etc.) exerted on the vessel to maintain position. DP systems are classed differently based upon their capabilities. 'More) | |||
