At this year's symposium of the Schiffbautechnische Gesellschaft (STG) (German Society for Shipbuilding Technology) entitled ‘Selected Topics on Strength, Vibrations and Noise’ on 21st April, our colleagues Thierry Maquil, Carsten Zerbs, Andreas Müller and Vincent Wasserfuhr from the Hamburg branch will present the latest research findings and practical experience in the field of ship acoustics.
Their presentation is entitled ‘Online URN Monitoring Onboard for Propulsion System and Power Supply’ and highlights an innovative system for real-time monitoring of underwater radiated noise (URN) on board – a topic that is becoming increasingly important in light of growing environmental regulations.
Why this topic is so important right now
The Schiffbautechnische Gesellschaft (STG) emphasises that climate and environmental protection are becoming increasingly relevant worldwide. Political initiatives such as:
- the activities of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) on ship-induced underwater noise
- the European Union's Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD)
underline international efforts to protect the oceans from noise pollution.
At the same time, digitalisation continues to advance in shipbuilding. European shipyards are increasingly focusing on technically complex specialised vessels such as high-end yachts, cruise ships and naval vessels, which place the highest demands on comfort, safety and acoustic performance. This creates new challenges in the areas of strength, vibration and noise, which affect research, industry, suppliers and classification societies alike.
Our experts
Our colleagues in Hamburg – Thierry Maquil, Carsten Zerbs, Andreas Müller and Vincent Wasserfuhr – have extensive expertise in
- Ship and machinery acoustics
- Underwater sound measurements and assessment
- Digital monitoring systems
- Acoustic requirements of modern specialised ships
With their presentation, they provide valuable impetus for professional exchange between industry, research and classification societies.