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Bunker - Density Temperature Correction

Convert observed bunker-fuel density @ T_obs to density @ 15 °C using ASTM D4311 - the standard bunker survey adjustment.

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Formula, assumptions, and limits

ρ15=ρT/VCF(T,ρ15)\rho_{15} = \rho_{T} / \text{VCF}(T, \rho_{15})
SymbolMeaningUnit
ρT\rho_TDensity at observed temperaturekg/m³
α\alphaThermal expansion coefficient1/°C

Source: ASTM D4311 / D1250

In short

Convert observed bunker-fuel density @ T_obs to density @ 15 \u00b0C using ASTM D4311 - the standard bunker survey adjustment.

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