Wall-Sided Formula - Heel vs GZ
Wall-sided (Atwood) approximation for GZ at moderate heel - quick check before rigorous cross-curve integration.
GZ at heel
0.156m
Formula, assumptions, and limits
Valid up to deck-edge immersion (≈ 10–15°). Beyond, form stability dominates and full cross-curve is required.
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metacentric height | m | inclining | |
| Metacentric radius | m | I_T / ∇ | |
| Heel angle | rad | inclinometer |