Bunker Survey - Wedge Formula
Wedge-formula approximation for fuel volume in a trimmed tank - used when the tank is not fully level (typical sounding condition).
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Formula, assumptions, and limits
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Sounding at low end | m | |
| Wetted length along tank | m | |
| Tank breadth | m |
Source: OCIMF - Oil Tanker Bunker Survey
In short
Wedge-formula approximation for fuel volume in a trimmed tank - used when the tank is not fully level (typical sounding condition).