Next generation research vessel: Balancing performance with zero footprint objectives

Working for Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute, The Glosten Associates, Inc. developed a highly capable, low environmental footprint research vessel. This paper presents an overview of the design process and the selected design. Highlights of an extensive seakeeping comparison with SWATH and trimaran hull forms are provided. A life cycle cost benefit analysis, air emissions, and water emissions comparison is provided as a basis for selecting green systems, such as battery hybrid propulsion, emissions after-treatment, and a new water management system.