Marine Fendering System

The principal function of the marine fender system is to prevent the vessel or the dock from being damaged during the mooring process or during the berthing periods.Forces during the vessel berthing or anchoring may be in the form of impact,abrasive action from vessels,or direct pressure.These forces may cause extensive damage to the ship and structure if suitable means are not employed to counteract them.

二.Types of Marine Fender Systems

1.Standard pile-fender system

(1)Timber pile

(2)Hung timber

2.Retractable fender system

3.Rubber fender system

(1)Rubber-in-compression

(2)Rubber-in-shear.

(3)Lord flexible fender

(4)Rubber-in-torsion fender

(5)Pneumatic Fender

4.Gravity-type fender system

(1)Dashpot hydraulic