Integrated bridge system IBS

Integrated bridge system IBS

Combination of systems which are interconnected.
IBS allow centralized access to information.
Ensure safe and efficient ship management.
Reduce workload.

Integrated Navigation Systems (INS)
Part of a IBS.

IBS Module
3 module. Navigational module, anti collision module, steering module.

IBS including
Passage execution
Communication
Machinery control
Cargo loading discharging
Safety and security

IBS Criteria
IBS allow centralized access to information.
Ensure safe and efficient ship management.
Reduce workload.
Failure of any module should not affect other module.
Equipment user-friendly.
Alarm is provided.

IBS advantage
IBS allow centralized access to information.
Ensure safe and efficient ship management.
Reduce workload.
Failure of any module should not affect other module.
Equipment user-friendly.
Alarm is provided.
Passage execution.
Communication.
Machinery control.
Cargo loading discharging.
Safety and security.

IBS disadvantage
Equipment limitation can affect the system.
Malfunction of any connected equipment.
Power failure.
Over reliance results in dangerous situation.
Required skills.
Unfamiliar to pilot.

IBS limitation
Equipment limitation can affect the system.
Malfunction of any connected equipment.
Power failure.
Over reliance results in dangerous situation.
Required skills.
Unfamiliar to pilot.

How IBS system can be beneficial for the navigation?
IBS allow centralized access to information.
Ensure safe and efficient ship management.
Reduce workload.
Failure of any module should not affect other module.
Equipment user-friendly.
Alarm is provided.
Passage execution.
Communication.
Machinery control.
Cargo loading discharging.
Safety and security.

Category or module of INS
3 module. Navigational module, anti collision module, steering module.

Navigational module
Position fixing
Voyage planning
Gyro and magnetic compass
Manual position fixing
Log book
Up to date chart
Cross track error
UKC
Depth
Special area
Narrow channel
TSS
Contingency anchorage
Record keeping

Anti collision module
Close quarter situation
Collision regulation
Enough sea room
Trial manoeuvre
CPA, TCPA

Steering module
Effect of current
Effect of Wind
Effect of Heavy weather
Large alternation
Auto pilot
Heavy traffic density