Wake Fraction (Harvald 1983)
Closed-form Harvald estimate of the Taylor wake fraction w from block coefficient - single- and twin-screw variants.
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Formula, assumptions, and limits
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Block coefficient | ||
| Taylor wake fraction | ||
| Thrust deduction (correlated) |
Source: Harvald - Resistance and Propulsion of Ships (1983)
In short
Closed-form Harvald estimate of the Taylor wake fraction w from block coefficient - single- and twin-screw variants.