Encounter Spectrum - Peak Frequency
Peak encounter frequency ω_e-peak for a ship at speed V in seas of peak frequency ω_p, heading μ - basis for heading-optimisation to avoid resonance.
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Formula, assumptions, and limits
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Peak wave frequency | rad/s | |
| Ship speed | m/s | |
| Heading relative to waves | deg |
Source: Lloyd - Seakeeping 1989
In short
Peak encounter frequency \u03c9_e-peak for a ship at speed V in seas of peak frequency \u03c9_p, heading \u03bc - basis for heading-optimisation to avoid resonance.