Quick check of residual metacentric height after damage - SOLAS II-1 Reg 8 requires GM ≥ 0.05 m final.
Formula
$$ GM_\text{residual} = KM_\text{damaged} - KG_\text{new} $$
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $KM$ | Damaged-condition metacentre above keel | m | hydrostatic |
| $KG$ | KG after flooding (moment method) | m | loading computer |
| $GM$ | Residual fluid GM | m | result |
Sources
- SOLAS II-1 Reg 8.