DEVELOPMENT OF A NEW GENERATION OF INLAND WATERWAYS MAINTENANCE CRAFT FOR THE BRITISH WATERWAYS NARROW BEAM CANAL SYSTEM

新一代英国航道窄梁运河系统内河航道维护船的开发

Abstract：In early 2002, British Waterways embarked on a significant initiative to develop a new generation of standard maintenance craft, with the narrow beam canals as the initial focus. The narrow beam canals, with their unique characteristics and operational requirements, presented a distinct set of challenges and opportunities in the realm of inland waterways maintenance.

摘要：2002年初，英国航道公司启动了一项重大举措，旨在开发新一代标准维护船，并将窄梁运河作为首要关注点。窄梁运河具有独特的特点和运营要求，为内河维护领域带来了一系列独特的挑战和机遇。

This paper comprehensively details the entire development process of the Narrow Beam Maintenance Craft System. It commences with the preliminary concepts of modular floating and shore - based accommodation units. These modular units were designed with the aim of maximizing flexibility and adaptability, allowing for easy customization based on different canal segments and maintenance tasks. The modular approach not only enhanced the efficiency of deployment but also significantly reduced long - term maintenance and upgrade costs.

本文全面详细地介绍了窄梁维修船系统的整个开发过程。文章首先阐述了模块化浮动和岸基住宿单元的初步概念。这些模块化单元的设计旨在最大限度地提高灵活性和适应性，以便根据不同的运河段和维修任务轻松进行定制。模块化方法不仅提高了部署效率，还显著降低了长期维护和升级的成本。

Subsequently, the development journey progressed towards the assembly of a complete equipment package. This package encompasses a diverse range of vessels and vehicles, including tugs, barges, and lorries, each playing a crucial role in the maintenance operations. Tugs are essential for towing barges loaded with construction materials or waste, ensuring smooth transportation along the canals. Barges, on the other hand, serve as platforms for carrying heavy equipment and materials, as well as for transporting dredged sediment. Lorries are responsible for over - land transportation, facilitating the movement of equipment and supplies between different maintenance sites and storage facilities.

随后，开发进程朝着组装一套完整的设备包的方向发展。这套设备包涵盖了各种船舶和车辆，包括拖船、驳船和卡车，它们在维护作业中各自发挥着至关重要的作用。拖船对于拖曳装载着建筑材料或废物的驳船至关重要，确保了运河沿线的顺利运输。另一方面，驳船作为平台，用于承载重型设备和材料，以及运输疏浚沉积物。卡车则负责陆路运输，促进设备和用品在不同维护地点和储存设施之间的运输。

In addition to these, various integrated equipment packages were developed. These packages were carefully designed to meet specific maintenance needs, such as dredging, lock and dam repair, and vegetation management. For instance, the dredging equipment packages were equipped with state - of - the - art dredging machinery, capable of efficiently removing silt and sediment from the canal beds, thereby maintaining optimal water depth and flow conditions.

除此之外，还开发了各种集成设备包。这些设备包经过精心设计，以满足特定的维护需求，如疏浚、船闸和水坝修复以及植被管理。例如，疏浚设备包配备了最先进的疏浚机械，能够高效地从运河底部清除淤泥和沉积物，从而保持最佳的水深和流动条件。

The study also delves into the integration of traditional and new concepts. Traditional maintenance practices, which have been proven effective over time, were combined with innovative ideas and technologies. This integration was a key factor in evolving a maintenance system that could fully meet the complex demands of British Waterways. For example, traditional methods of lock operation and maintenance were enhanced with modern automation technologies, improving both safety and operational efficiency.

该研究还深入探讨了传统概念与新概念的融合。随着时间的推移，传统的维护实践已被证明是有效的，并与创新理念和技术相结合。这种整合是发展出一种能够完全满足英国水道复杂需求的维护系统的关键因素。例如，传统的锁具作和维护方法通过现代自动化技术得到增强，提高了安全性和运营效率。

The introduction of this new system involved substantial input from all narrow beam regions of British Waterways. The diverse geographical and operational characteristics of these regions were taken into account, ensuring that the system was tailored to local needs. This also led to a comprehensive review of all existing maintenance practices within British Waterways. By evaluating the effectiveness of current methods, identifying areas for improvement, and incorporating new ideas, the new maintenance system was able to optimize resource utilization, reduce maintenance costs, and enhance the overall performance of the narrow beam canal system. Overall, this development represents a significant step forward in the maintenance and management of British inland waterways.

这一新系统的引入得到了英国航道所有窄梁区域的大量投入。考虑到这些区域不同的地理和运营特点，确保系统能够满足当地需求。这也促使对英国航道内部所有现有维护实践进行了全面审查。通过评估当前方法的有效性、确定改进领域以及融入新理念，新的维护系统能够优化资源利用、降低维护成本，并提升窄束运河系统的整体性能。总体而言，这一发展标志着英国内陆航道维护和管理迈出了重要一步。

Keywords：British Waterways, narrow beam canals, inland waterways maintenance, modular units, maintenance craft system, traditional and new concepts, equipment package

关键词:英国航道、窄梁运河、内河航道维护、模块化单元、维护船系统、传统和新概念、设备包

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发表时间:2007年1月1日

检索：金辰师

翻译：李锦慧

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