Slam Location - Worst-Case Station
Longitudinal station most susceptible to bow slamming based on vertical motion and relative velocity - typically 0.08–0.15 L from FP.
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Formula, assumptions, and limits
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Slam station as fraction of LBP |
Source: Ochi & Motter - SNAME 1973
In short
Longitudinal station most susceptible to bow slamming based on vertical motion and relative velocity - typically 0.