... the integrity of weathervaning systems. The resulting new API technical report addresses this limitation by providing information from OEMs, and operators on the various component functions, complexities, deterioration mechanisms along with guidance on typical activities required to maintain integrity...

...Types of Deterioration and Their Mechanisms A section on deterioration mechanisms was included within the guidance document to inform the reader of observed susceptibility of different mooring components to specific deterioration mechanisms. This information provides insight on the causes...