Volumetric integration of the submerged hull through ordinates of section area × spacing.
Formula
$$ \nabla = \frac{h}{3} (A_0 + 4 A_1 + 2 A_2 + \ldots + A_n) $$
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $A_i$ | Section area at station i | m² | offsets Simpson |
| $h$ | Station spacing | m | body plan |
| $∇$ | Displacement volume | m³ | result |
Sources
- Derrett & Barrass Ch.5.