Estimation of hull bending moment and shear force from ship motions using neural networks

In its most basic form, a Hull Response Monitoring System (HRMS) is a system that measures and displays key ship motions and hull structural responses. By monitoring real-time motions and stresses, mariners can determine the onset and severity of hull structural response to the sea. Hull response can be measured either directly by strain gauges or indirectly by monitoring pressures and motions. Mariners can then initiate ship handling changes (course and speed) to mitigate dangerous stress levels and other hazards (Slaughter et al., 1997).