A Basic Study on the Method of Overtaking Vessels Based on Experience of Navigator

Ship collision accidents occur constantly. Many previous studies have been conducted to prevent collision accidents, but research on overtaking methods based on the experience of navigators is insufficient. Therefore, this study proposes an overtaking method based on the experience of navigators through a literature review and a survey, and aims to help develop a collision avoidance model in the future. A method for overtaking a ship was proposed based on a literature review, case study, and a survey. First, when overtaking another ship in general situation, it was proposed to change course to the port side and overtake the port side of the other ship. In addition, when determining the timing of the avoidance maneuver, it was proposed to determine it based on the distance, and the timing of the avoidance maneuver was proposed to be implemented at 2 nautical miles. The results of this study may contribute to preventing marine accidents by standardizing overtaking methods in the future. However, the study was limited to the determination of the overtaking side and the timing of the overtaking among the overtaking methods, and further research is needed.