An Investigation of Midship Bending Moments Experienced in Extreme Regular Waves by Models of a Tanker and a Destroyer
Abstract
This report summarizes experimental research to investigate the possibility of a physical upper limit on midship bending moments in tanker and destroyer type ships being reached in regular waves of height significantly less than the theoretical upper limit of stability for progressive waves (h/gamma = 1/7). Each model was tested at various speeds in regular head and following towing tank waves of several different lengths and of a wide range of heights. The results were compared with those obtained previously for a modern cargo vessel. No significant upper limit of bending moment was found. However, the study establishes more firmly the grossly linear dependence of midship bending moment on wave height, even for extreme wave heights which may be encountered in service. These findings strengthened the case for determining design wave bending moments on the basis of statistical analyses of ocean waves and/or resulting bending moments.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 03, 1964
- Accession Number
- AD0432182
Entities
People
- J. F. Dalzell
Organizations
- Stevens Institute of Technology