Description
Divide trimMoment by positive momentPerCentimeter to obtain centimeters.
Vessel draft, loading moments, and free-surface terms describe different parts of hydrostatic behavior. Their signs, reference positions, and dimensional bases must be stated before comparison.
Divide trimMoment by positive momentPerCentimeter to obtain centimeters.
When to use this tool
Use Trim Moment Per Centimeter Factor when you need a supplied trim, loading, or hydrostatic component.
How to use the tool and how it works
- Enter trimMoment, momentPerCentimeter. Use the units and conventions below.
- Run the tool. Correct any format, range, or cross-field input error before interpreting the output.
- Read centimeters. Use the output convention below.
Divide trimMoment by positive momentPerCentimeter to obtain centimeters.1
| Input field | Meaning and units | Accepted input |
|---|---|---|
| trimMoment | Trim Moment | Required. Finite number. |
| momentPerCentimeter | Moment Per Centimeter | Required. Finite number; strictly above 0. |
| Output field | Interpretation | Returned shape |
|---|---|---|
| centimeters | Centimeters | Required. Finite number. |
{
"input": {
"trimMoment": 120,
"momentPerCentimeter": 30
},
"output": {
"centimeters": 4
}
}Limitations and assumptions
- The moment and coefficient must use matching moment units and the coefficient must apply to the vessel's loading condition.
- Inputs must satisfy both the field types and the cross-field conditions above. Invalid input causes an error; a successful false flag or documented placeholder is a different result.
- Numeric calculations use binary floating point unless exact decimal-integer arithmetic is explicitly stated. No hidden measurement tolerance or decimal rounding is added; nonfinite or out-of-contract results are rejected. Numeric signed-zero results are exported as zero.
Alternative or Complementary methods
Consult vessel-specific hydrostatic and stability information under the relevant loading condition for a complete assessment.
References
Similar or alternative tools
- Transverse Shift Heeling Moment Term
Multiply nonnegative mass by positive gravity and signed transverseShift to obtain a signed heeling moment.
- Vessel Trim Longitudinal Slope Factor
Divide aftDraft minus forwardDraft by positive length for a signed slope.