The information, software, simulators, calculators, and all other tools (collectively, the “Services”) provided on Digital Research Panel (digitalresearchpanel.com) are for general informational, educational, and training purposes only.

By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provisions of this Disclaimer. If you do not agree with this Disclaimer, you must immediately cease using our website and tools.

1. No Guarantee of Accuracy

While Digital Research Panel strives to provide helpful, up-to-date, and high-quality tools, we make no representations, warranties, or guarantees of any kind, express or implied, regarding the 100% accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness of any information or tool on this site.

Maritime regulations, radio communication standards, and classification rules (such as DNV) are complex and subject to frequent updates. Algorithms, calculators, and artificial intelligence models may produce errors, omissions, or outdated outputs. Under no circumstance shall Digital Research Panel be held responsible or liable for any inaccuracies, errors, or omissions in the content or calculations provided.

2. Strict User Responsibility and Verification

The user assumes full and sole responsibility for the use of any tools, data, or output generated by Digital Research Panel. You acknowledge and agree that it is your strict responsibility to independently verify and cross-reference any result, calculation, simulation, or AI-generated text with official, certified, and legally binding publications. You must not rely on the outputs of this website for any critical decision-making without independent professional verification.

3. Not for Navigation or Real-World Safety (Maritime & Aviation)

The maritime and communication tools provided on this website—including but not limited to the Ship Handling Simulator, NavRules Compare, NavLights 3D Visualizer, AI DNV RuleAgent, and Maritime Signal Scanner—are strictly for educational and training purposes.

• NOT FOR NAVIGATION: The tools and data on this website must never be used for real-world vessel navigation, collision avoidance, route planning, or safety-critical operations.
• NO REPLACEMENT FOR EQUIPMENT: Our services do not replace officially approved Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS), certified radar, official printed nautical charts, or standard bridge equipment.
• NO REPLACEMENT FOR TRAINING: Our tools do not supersede the professional judgment, training, and situational awareness required by licensed mariners, deck officers, or aviation professionals.

Relying on this website for real-world navigation or safety-of-life-at-sea (SOLAS) decisions is strictly prohibited and done entirely at your own risk.

4. Training Purposes Only and Professional Field Standards

Certain tools within our suite are designed exclusively for training, simulation, and skill development. They are not built, tested, or certified for active professional, commercial, or operational use. When operating in a professional capacity, you must always rely on and utilize industry-standard equipment, software, and tools that are officially certified, approved, and recommended by recognized field experts, maritime authorities, and respective regulatory agencies.

5. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Simulation Limitations

• AI Tools (e.g., AI DNV RuleAgent): Artificial Intelligence models can hallucinate, misinterpret prompts, or provide outdated regulatory interpretations. AI-generated advice must never replace consultations with official marine surveyors, certified classification societies, or legal maritime counsel.
• Simulators: Physics simulators (such as the Ship Handling Simulator) are simplified mathematical models. They cannot perfectly replicate real-world hydrodynamics, weather conditions, mechanical failures, windage, or currents. Real-world ship handling will vary significantly from simulated environments.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall Digital Research Panel, its owners, developers, contributors, affiliates, or partners be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or exemplary damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the website or tools.

This includes, without limitation, liability for:

• Damage to vessels, property, or cargo.
• Personal injury or loss of life.
• Fines, penalties, or legal action resulting from navigational errors, COLREGs violations, or improper radio transmissions.
• Loss of data, loss of revenue, or business interruption.
• Any decisions made or actions taken in reliance upon the tools provided on this website.

7. “As Is” and “As Available” Basis

All tools and content on Digital Research Panel are provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis. We expressly disclaim any and all warranties, whether express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free from viruses or other harmful components.

8. External Links Disclaimer

The website may contain links to external websites that are not provided or maintained by or in any way affiliated with Digital Research Panel. Please note that we do not guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of any information on these external websites.

9. Amendments

We reserve the right to amend this disclaimer at any time without prior notice. By continuing to use the website after any changes are published, you agree to be bound by the updated terms.