Air Resistance - Above-Water Drag
Air resistance force on above-water superstructure given projected frontal area, drag coefficient, and relative wind speed.
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Formula, assumptions, and limits
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Drag coefficient | ||
| Frontal projected area | m² | |
| Relative wind | m/s |
Source: Isherwood R.M. - 1973; OCIMF Prediction of Wind & Current Loads on VLCCs
In short
Air resistance force on above-water superstructure given projected frontal area, drag coefficient, and relative wind speed.