Longitudinal / transverse wind force on a VLCC using OCIMF wind-coefficient tables - the basis for mooring pattern and bollard pull selection.
Formula
$$ F = \tfrac{1}{2} \rho_a C A v^2 $$
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $A$ | Windage area (lat / front) | m² | GA drawing |
| $C$ | Wind coefficient | - | OCIMF MEG4 |
| $v$ | Wind speed (10 m, 1-min mean) | m/s | anemometer |
Sources
- OCIMF MEG4 - Mooring Equipment Guidelines.