Order-of-magnitude ice bow load per IACS Polar Class UR I1, using the class-factor and hull-form dependencies.
Formula
$$ F_\text{ice} = CF_c \cdot \Delta^{0.64} $$
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $CF_c$ | Polar-class crushing factor | - | IACS UR I1 Table |
| $Δ$ | Ship displacement | kt | hydrostatic |
Sources
- IACS UR I1 - Polar Class requirements for hull structure.