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Nomoto K and T from Zig-zag

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First-order Nomoto response coefficients K (yaw-rate sensitivity) and T (yaw time constant) from zig-zag trial data. K/T characterises how responsive a ship is to rudder.

Formula

$$ T \dot{\psi} + \dot \psi = K \delta, \quad K = \frac{\dot\psi_\text{steady}}{\delta}, \quad T = t_{63%} $$

Symbol legend

SymbolMeaningUnitSource
$δ$Rudder angle°rudder indicator
$\dot\psi$Yaw rate°/sgyro rate
$K$Yaw-rate gain(°/s)/°result
$T$Yaw time constantsresult

Sources

  • Nomoto et al. - On the Steering Qualities of Ships (1957).