The advanced simulator replicates the first and second bridges.
Operations on the first and second bridges can be conducted separately, or they can be coordinated to simulate the operations of two ships in the same waters. This allows interactive training in various shiphandling environments, such as two vessels on intersecting courses, navigation by small and large ships in coastal areas, and navigation of a tugboat and ship in port.
No.1Bridge
This is one of Japan’s largest full-mission bridge simulators, nearly 4m high with a 6m radius and 225-degree horizontal view angle.
A large cylindrical screen reproduces continual, seamless, smooth landscape, allowing precise monitoring of the vessel’s direction, the key to safe navigation. It provides natural perspectives without the claustrophobic feel of small simulators, and recreates a realistic, dynamic landscape, and offers a 360-degree field of vision.
The controls and equipment on the bridge simulator are identical to those on actual MOL-operated vessels, and placed in the same locations, to optimize the authenticity of the training experience.
No.2 Bridge
The addition of a second bridge makes this Japan’s first full-mission simulator.
Five 55-inch plasma displays are placed to display a 225-degree horizontal view, which is the same as the first bridge, and each display can function as an independent simulator.
Various Screen Descriptions
The graphic computer provides various scene descriptions such as change of view from day to night, as well as restricted visibility caused by fog or rain. Visibility related to distance may be selected at random.
Daytime
Nighttime
Fog and rain
