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In 2019 we were set the challenge: present a safer and more systematic method of producing the "bang-bang" test to confirm zero-volts ride-through capability. We delivered, and now, with several projects to its credit, we thought we should explain what exactly ZeroDip is, and how it improves on the original. Why do we need it? The requirement for a fault ride through test is described in the requirements of class for DP3 vessels. Testing isn't required for DP2; however, more

OneStep Power's key technical differentiation is the ability to produce the voltage response of a short circuit without actually performing a short circuit. Why? And what's the point? Back in 2016, OneStep Power was formed on the basis of developing testing tools to provide dynamically positioned vessels with assurance of the reliability of their power systems. The key technology, the Generator Voltage Response Tester (GVRT) was created to mimic the voltage responses of a sho

There is definitely gloom and doom out there, but we like to find some things to be grateful for, so here is our round-up of good news this week. USNS Comfort arrived in New York harbour this morning. The Mercy Ship, which will be providing support to relieve the current shortage of medical support to NYC, has not been seen in New York since 9/11 recovery efforts in 2001. While it's a somber statistic, the ship offers hope and support to the city. Yet another cool world recor

System Integration Testing: A broad view and how it impacts batteries on board

There's still some good news out there. Here we found a little of it to share

Mondays sometimes need a little help to get going, so we try and find a couple of light pieces to kick off your week. The biggest trending news last week was BP's commitment to Net Zero emissions by 2050. BP's CEO Bernard Looney, committed the oil major to the #energytransition in one of the steps he is taking towards "reinventing BP." While the pathway remains unclear, the goal is a worthy ambition and we look forward to safe, reliable and responsible solutions being driven

Spot the Boston Dynamics Robodog has a new job... working offshore

Two incidents made our linkedin feeds this week, both of which are receiving regulatory and social media attention. The first: According to Nauticus Live, Australia's Shell Prelude FLNG recently suffered a blackout on the main power system, and the backup diesel generator was not immediately available, "affecting certain amenities onboard." Secondly, The Times of Israel reported the Leviathan platform had an unplanned flaring event as a result of a "power glitch". These event

With our Australian ties weighing heavy on our hearts this month, the theme of “mates helping mates” spreading around the world in response to the crisis is ever more powerful. Stories of Navy vessels delivering beer, interspersed with photo collages of pets and owners in navy cargo holds and offshore support vessels lending a hand have been travelling the airwaves as Aussies celebrate the courage of the onshore and offshore battlers of the worst fire season in Australian his