Question 5082 Deck General
70% to passCurve A in the Design Limits of Legs Chart of the Coastal Driller Operating Manual, shows the operating limits during severe storm conditions during transit based on _______________.
A
environmental load
B
stability and leg strength
C
variable load
D
load line
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) stability and leg strength. The Design Limits of Legs Chart in the Coastal Driller Operating Manual provides the operating limits for the vessel's legs during severe storm conditions during transit. Curve A on this chart specifically shows the limits based on the stability and leg strength of the vessel, not environmental load (A), variable load (C), or load line (D). The stability and leg strength of the vessel are critical factors in determining the safe operating limits in harsh weather conditions to ensure the vessel's overall safety and structural integrity.
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