Posted on 03/27/2024 11:42:36 AM PDT by linMcHlp
The video of the collision is a perfect explanation/demonstration on Newton’s Laws.
The more I learn about the USCG the more impressed I am, their mission is very complex and broad, and so many tasks that require exceptional skill and courage.
Recently watched a video about the rescue of crew from the Alaskan Ranger, and the Rescue Swimmers going into heavy seas in the Bering Sea left me speechless.
USCG Great Lakes - Twitter
https://twitter.com/uscggreatlakes?lang=en
00:39:00 Ship departed from the Seagirt Marine Terminal
01:07:00 Ship entered the Fort McHenry Channel [NOAA Nautical Chart 12281]
01:24:00 Ship traveling at a heading of 141 at about 9.2 mph [8 knots]
01:24:59 Censor data stopped recording, but audio recording continued
01:26:02 Censor data recording resumed
01:26:39 Pilot made a radio call for tugs to assist
01:27:04 Pilot ordered an anchor drop
01:27:25 Pilot radioed that all power was lost and asked for bridge to be closed
01:29:00 Ship was traveling less than 8 mph [less than 7 knots]
01:29:33 VDR recorded sounds consistent with crash, and dash cameras show bridge lights go out
01:29:39 Pilot reports to Coast Guard that the bridge is downRef.: NTSB Timeline Reveals Crucial Minutes Leading Up to Baltimore Bridge Strike
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Official Footage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse - 7:22, no audio
[Watch truck moving from right to left - 0:47/7:22]
[It appears to be last vehicle in motion on bridge.]
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How To Start The Ship's Main Engine: From Preparation to Full Away
How We Steer A Cargo Ship | Life At Sea
Why No Tugs MV Dali/Key Bridge Baltimore
Ships emergency diesel generator and switchboard
How to let go an anchor - Anchor dropping Step by Step Procedure
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NOAA - Tides & Currents - Baltimore, MD
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Basic Principles of Ship Propulsion - PDF file
Different Types of Marine Propulsion Systems Used in the Shipping World
Wind Propulsion
Gas Turbine Propulsion
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