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Fender of ship

Shipsthe big boats that travel on the ocean  they are the ones responsible for the movement of goods between ports across the globe. They might most commonly be used to ferry humans, and various different types of things, to faraway places. There are different ports, or stopping points, along the coast where ships will dock. They stop at these ports to unload here their cargo goods they are transporting or to pick up new stuff to take to another place. But have you ever wondered how ships save themselves from being harmed as they approach the coast? This is where the fender of a ship becomes so important. And just as bumpers on a car protect it from hitting the other car, ship fenders are what protect the ship from hitting the pier or dock. The pier and the dock are where the ships go to rest when it’s not running. Fenders: High-density rubber, plastic, or foam. “ These are rugged materials, and they’re very absorbent of impact.” They are positioned on the sides of the ship to serve as a cushion. The fenders help cushion the blow as the ship approaches the dock. Essentially, when the ship touches the dock, the hit is absorbed by fenders so that the ship is not damaged. They keep the vessel securely alongside the dock without scraping against the dock, which causes scratches and dents.

How Fenders Save Ships from Damage

When it's coming into port the waves and the wind can shift the ship around a lot. This movement can make the ship difficult to keep steady. Other factors: As the tide comes in or out, the water level rises and falls. This can cause the ship to move up and down, which can pose a safety threat if the vessel gets too close to the dock. When it is hit the dock or pier too hard, it may make severe damage of the dock or pier and to ship. The fenders are meant to mitigate that impact, however. They serve as a cushion, absorbing the impact since the force is no longer directed at the ship or dock.

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