Wave Encounter Period - Ship Motion Input
Encounter period Te experienced by a ship at speed V making heading μ relative to waves of period T_w - a governing parameter for resonant rolling.
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Formula, assumptions, and limits
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Wave angular frequency | rad/s | |
| Ship speed | m/s | |
| Heading relative to waves | rad |
Source: Lloyd A.R.J.M. - Seakeeping (1989)
In short
Encounter period Te experienced by a ship at speed V making heading \u03bc relative to waves of period T_w - a governing parameter for resonant rolling.