Dimensionless ratio of inertial to viscous forces; the x-axis of every friction-coefficient correlation.
Formula
$$ \text{Re} = \frac{V \cdot L}{\nu} $$Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $V$ | Ship speed | m/s | derived from knots |
| $L$ | Waterline length | m | hydrostatics |
| $ν$ | Kinematic viscosity | m²/s | ITTC water table |
Sources
- ITTC Recommended Procedure 7.5-02-03.