The DEEP DRILLER is moored in 700 feet of water. The average tension on the mooring lines is 200 kips. What is the total vertical component of chain tension?
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — 487.2 long tons
Applying standard offshore engineering formulas for the DEEP DRILLER, the total vertical component of chain tension is calculated using catenary parameters resulting in 487.2 long tons.
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