Prismatic Coefficient (CP)
CP = ∇ / (AM × L)
-
Prismatic Coefficient
Full Form
Fine Form
0.50
0.60
0.70
0.80
0.90
Relationship with CB:
CP = CB / CM
CM = -
Interpretation
- 0.50-0.60: High-speed vessels, yachts
- 0.60-0.70: Passenger ships, naval vessels
- 0.70-0.80: General cargo ships
- 0.80-0.90: Tankers, bulk carriers
Relationships
CP = CB/CM
Prismatic Coefficient
CM = AM/(B × T)
Midship Coefficient
CB = ∇/(L × B × T)
Block Coefficient
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