Longitudinal fullness - Cp = Cb / Cm. A finer stern/bow has lower Cp; a parallel mid-body ship has higher Cp.
Formula
$$ C_P = \frac{C_B}{C_M} $$
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $C_B$ | Block coefficient | - | hydrostatic table |
| $C_M$ | Midship section coefficient | - | hydrostatic table |
| $C_P$ | Prismatic coefficient | - | result |
Sources
- SNAME - PNA Vol I Ch.2.