Ice-resistance estimate for a merchant ship in level ice using Jones 2005 / Kashteljan formula - the go-to screening method in ice-class design.
Formula
$$ R_{ice} \approx c_1 B h^2 + c_2 B h V $$Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $B$ | Beam at waterline | m | ship particulars |
| $h$ | Level ice thickness | m | ice chart |
| $V$ | Ship speed | m/s | operation |
Sources
- Jones S.J. - NAME 2005.
- Kashteljan - LICES 1968.