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A model-driven method for space optimization in purse seine fish holds: Application to Indian scad

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Author Sunardi, Arief Setyanto, Eko Sulkhany Yulianto, Mihrobikhulwaturihmi and R. Sapto Pamungkas
e-ISSN 1819-6608
On Pages 1967-1974
Volume No. 20
Issue No. 22
Issue Date February 1, 2026
DOI https://doi.org/10.59018/1125220
Keywords stowage factor, purse seine design, Indian scad (Decapterus russelli), space optimization, CAD modelling, box simulation, small pelagic fisheries.


Abstract

Effective space utilization in fish holds is critical for optimizing storage capacity, minimizing post-harvest loss, and ensuring accurate catch volume estimations. This study presents a model-driven method for optimizing space in purse seine vessel holds through the estimation of stowage factor (SF) for Indian scad (Decapterus russelli). The approach integrates empirical box trials with CAD-based 3D modeling to simulate realistic fish packing scenarios under both fresh and frozen conditions. Box simulations using 0.01 m³ containers across three fish size categories yielded SF values between 0.511 and 0.522 t/m³. CAD simulations closely mirrored these findings, with frozen fish-particularly in head-to-tail arrangements-achieving the highest SF (up to 0.648 t/m³). A consolidated SF value of 0.529 ± 0.067 t/m³ was established as a practical benchmark for vessel design. The model-driven workflow offers a scalable, cost-effective solution for estimating hold capacity, guiding vessel layout optimization, and supporting catch documentation and compliance in small pelagic fisheries.

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