The average depth of the ocean is around 12,080 feet. While there are vessels of all sizes, even some of the largest anchor and chain systems, like those found on carriers, only stretch to around ...

On large ships, the anchor mainly pins the end of the chain while the heavy catenary curve absorbs loads from wind and current. This video explains how seabed type, chain scope, and recovery mechanics ...

How does a ship’s anchor actually hold thousands of tons in place? In this video, we explain the full procedure of anchoring at sea - from choosing the right spot and calculating scope to lowering the ...

The United States Navy features the largest warships ever constructed, so most of the attention they get is for their size, combat power, and worldwide range. While the U.S. Navy boasts the largest ...

Striations, grooves, and mud deposits from anchor retrieval were visible in the substrate of the ocean floor. At the disturbed sites, little to no marine life was present. Credit: Matt Mulrennan / ...