Ratio of displacement volume to the enclosing L·B·T block - the most-cited hull fullness indicator.
Formula
$$ C_B = \frac{\nabla}{L \cdot B \cdot T} $$
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $\nabla$ | Displacement volume | m³ | hydrostatic table |
| $L$ | Waterline length | m | ship particulars |
| $B$ | Waterline beam | m | ship particulars |
| $T$ | Draft | m | draft marks |
| $C_B$ | Block coefficient | - | result |
Sources
- SNAME - PNA Vol I.
- Derrett & Barrass Ch.4.