What is a Stability Test: Why You Deserve One

Stability tests do not arrive instantly after you order one. It takes time and planning, and you should expect extensive coordination with several different organizations. But the ultimate benefit justifies the expense: a ship with reliable stability performance. This article unravels some of the mystery behind a stability test and why you want one. View more tips and helpful articles at https://www.dmsonline.us/ References [1] ASTM, "Standard Guide for Conducting a Stability Test (Lightweight Survey and Inclining Experiment) to Determine the Light Ship Displacement and Centers of Gravity of a Vessel," ASTM F1321-92, West Conshohocken, PA, 2004. [2] Code of Federal Regulations, "Determination of Lightweight Displacement and Centers of Gravity," 46 CFR 170, Subpart F, Washington, D.C., 2019 Jul 17. [3] United States Coast Guard, "MSC Guidelines for the Submission of Stability Test Procedures," Procedure Number: GEN-05, Washington D.C., Sep 27, 2012. [4] United States Coast Guard, "Stability Tests (46 CFR 170, Subpart F)," Marine Safety Manual, vol. VI, pp. 6-18 to 6-27, Sep 29, 2004. [5] Autoship, "Seaboard Marine, Ltd. Outfitted with Autoload SPS," Autoship, 16 Jun 2008. [Online]. Available: http://cargomanagement.autoship.com/n.... [Accessed 12 Feb 2020]. [6] MMADeckPrep, "Inclining Experiment," YouTube, 7 Oct 2017. [Online]. Available:    • Inclining Experiment  . [Accessed 12 Feb 2020]. [7] DG E Learning ADU Academy, "Inclining Test," YouTube, 04 Jul 2018. [Online]. Available:    • Inclining Test  . [Accessed 12 Feb 2020]. [8] Flickr Contributor, "USCG WMEC Vigerous," Flickr, 29 Sep 2006. [Online]. Available: https://www.flickr.com/photos/poddive.... [Accessed 12 Feb 2020].