Sail technology on fishing vessel for blue swimming crab catching application - A review

Abstract

The increase in fuel prices will gradually have an impact on the capture fisheries sub-sector, especially the fishermen. Sail technology is an alternative that can be used to save fuel oil, although it is realized that this technology cannot completely replace the diesel motor that is commonly used in fishing operations. This study will explain the application opportunities of sail technology on fishing vessels for blue swimming crab (Portunus pelagicus) in the deep waters of the Java Sea. This fishing ground is more than 12 nautical miles from the coast. Using sail technology on fishing vessels is very dependent on the characteristics of wind speed and direction. This discussion explores the relationship between the west and east monsoons in the Java Sea with the direction of fishing trip. Technological difficulties and current challenge in sail technology on fishing vessel for blue swimming crab are identified. The possible ideas for future research in this field are also discussed.

Sustainable Fishing Livelihoods: Exploring the Potential of Sail Technology Using Computational Fluid Dynamic in Traditional Fishing Boats

“…The decision to resort to tarpaulin sails as a temporary measure could have been prompted by a breakdown in equipment or the exhaustion of fuel supplies, both of which are common challenges faced by Indonesian fishermen [6], [7]. Given the heavy reliance on fossil fuels in the fishing "Sustainable Fishing Livelihoods: Exploring the Potential of Sail Technology Using Computational Fluid Dynamic in Traditional Fishing Boats" Richard Benny Luhulima 1 , ETJ Volume 9 Issue 05 May 2024 industry, it is common for vessels to encounter issues related to fuel shortages or mechanical failures.…”

“…These studies suggest that there is potential to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions by optimizing sail placement and design [11]. However, the practical application of sail technology is highly dependent on local wind conditions and cannot fully replace diesel engines [6]. Moreover, archaeological evidence from the Viking Ship indicates that historical sail proportions are not fully understood and that reconstructions rely on a combination of archaeological, iconographic, and ethnographic sources [12].…”