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11 January 2021 13:00 Technology Ownership
Parisa Hashempour
The just-launched Volvo Penta system features new innovations to allow yacht captains a new level of control when docking.
The system works by automating the captain’s intentions, compensates for some dynamic variables such as wind and current, and helps the vessel stay on its intended course. Docking can be one of the most stressful and challenging aspects of boating even for experienced captains. The consequences of getting it wrong can be expensive and dangerous if having to withstand crowded marinas, strong winds and rough currents.
How does Volvo Penta’s docking system work?
The Assisted Docking system integrates a software layer developed in house with the company’s GPS-based Dynamic Positioning System and proprietary Inboard Performance Systems (IPS) for a complete package including HMI (human-machine interface) at the helm, electronics via the engine, propulsi
Volvo Penta Launches First Fully Integrated Assisted Docking System
11th January 2021
Volvo Penta Assisted Docking
Volvo Penta today announced the commercial availability of the industry’s first fully-integrated Assisted Docking system against the backdrop of the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). The Assisted Docking system gives the captain better control when docking a boat by automating his or her intentions, compensating for some dynamic variables, such as wind and current, and helping the vessel stay on its intended course.
The technology will be on display at Volvo Penta’s virtual booth at CES from 11-14 January 2021.
Docking can be one of the most stressful and challenging aspects of boating – even for experienced captains. The consequences of getting it wrong when you are docking a boat are expensive, at best – and that is in fair weather. Add crowded marinas, strong winds, and rough currents and the outcome can be problematic and even quite dangerous. Unlike a