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    • Onsite Fire Fighting
      We provide full onsite fire fighting facilities.
    • Onsite Fire Fighting
      We provide full onsite fire fighting facilities.
    • 360 Degree Simulator
      Our DNV class "A" full mission bridge simulator.
    • State-of-the-art Engine Room Simulator
      2016 Full Mission engine simulation featuring 4 propulsion systems in 6 separate spaces using touch screen displays
    • Modeling & Research
      Our M&R department can build geographic databases and ship response models in-house.
    • SIGTTO Certified LNG Training
      We offer USCG approved, STCW compliant Tankship PIC Liquefied Gases and LNG Simulator training.
    • DP training
      We offer Nautical Institute approved Basic (induction), Simulator (Advanced) & Revalidation DP training
    • DP-Equipped Cable Ship
    • 270 Degree Simulator
      Our second full mission bridge simulator offers 270 degree field-of-view
    • Specialized Training
      Call us to discuss tailored training.
    • Onsite Small Arms Training
      We offer a full range of classes required of officers sailing with Military Sealift Command including Small Arms in our onsite MSC training facility.
    • Vessel Resource Management
      We offer integrated training for deck and engine officers using our full mission simulators.
    • Fast Rescue Boat
      We offer both 8m twin diesel jet and 8m twin outboard Fast Rescue Boats.
    • Survival Craft (Lifeboat)
      Full STCW compliant Proficiency in Survival Craft (Lifeboat) training is available.
    • Conference Facilities
      We offer in-house conference facilities for ~150 catered by our in-house galley staff.

Modeling and Research

STAR Center's Modeling & Research department develops computer generated geographic ports, harbors, rivers, waterways and hydrodynamic ship models for real-time Simulation Training Assessment & Research using our full mission bridge simulators.

Initiating M&R Procedures

The initial contact point(s) for coordinating and scheduling a simulation based research project is:

Bruce Fuchs
Head, Modeling & Research
Tel: +(954) 921 7254
Fax: +(954) 920 4268

bfuchs@star-center.com

Prospective clients should be prepared to provide the necessary information that will enable STAR Center to understand the purpose and objectives of the project to determine the exact requirements of their study. STAR Center maintains an extensive library of databases (geographic areas) available to the client.


  • Click here to see our list of U.S Geographic Databases
  • Click here to see our list of International Geographic Databases
  • Click here to see our list of Hydrodynamic Models
  • If a geographic database does not exist in our library we can, upon request, develop a database based on information within the public domain and information provided by the client. This information can be provided in electronic format, preferably Autocad® format.

    If needed for database development, a site visit by a STAR Center representative can occur to gather information, meet with local authorities and/or pilots, photograph the area and ride on vessels to insure a full understanding of the port's operations.

    Consultation with a STAR Center representative can facilitate selection of an appropriate vessel for use in simulations. Hydrodynamic models of various types (tanker, LNG, containers, cruise ships, bulk carriers, etc.) are available in STAR Center's existing inventory. However, if a specific type of ship response model is required, we have an in-house hydrodynamicist on staff to develop specific ship models for custom needs.

    Types of Research

    Use of STAR Center's geographic and hydrodynamic models within our simulation and research process enables STAR Center to examine new port design, pier or channel modifications and suitability of design for a particular vessel or vessel types that use, or may use, these facilities and waterways.

    Participants can visit STAR Center during the running of the real time simulation phase of the project or participate remotely by observing the simulation from their location with a link provided by STAR Center.

    At the conclusion of a research project, STAR Center will issue a written report that details the conduct of the study, observations, results and implications as well as provide solutions and recommendations based upon its objectives or any issues encountered.