Heave added mass coefficient m33 from strip-theory - the hydrodynamic inertia term used in ship motion equations.
Formula
$$ a_{33} \approx \frac{\pi}{2} \rho B^2 C_s \cdot f(\omega) $$
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $B$ | Section half-beam at waterline | m | body plan |
| $C_s$ | Sectional area coefficient | - | hydrostatics |
Sources
- Salvesen-Tuck-Faltinsen - SNAME 1970.