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Froude Speed Scaling - Model to Ship

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Corresponding ship speed for a given model speed at Froude similarity - V_s = V_m · √(L_s/L_m).

Formula

$$ V_s = V_m \sqrt{\lambda}, \quad \lambda = L_s/L_m $$

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SymbolMeaningUnitSource
$V_m$Model velocitym/stowing tank
$L_m$Model LWLmmodel geometry
$L_s$Ship LWLmhydrostatics

Sources

  • ITTC - Recommended Procedures 7.5-02.