Assignment -
Q1. Explain the difference between the metacentric height of a ship during 'Partially Afloat condition and 'Free Floating' condition; aid a sketch to support your answer.
Q2. With the aid of sketches, explain the following terms related to propeller design;
a. Propeller Diameter;
b. Propeller Pitch;
c. Slip Ratio; and
d. Pitch Diameter Ratio.
Q3. Explain the following;
a. Total Resistance of a ship;
b. Frictional Resistance of a ship; and
c. Residuary Resistance of a ship.
Q4. What stability information can be gained from a 'Righting Lever curve combined with a Heeling Lever curve'? Sketch and explain.
Q5. Describe concisely the purpose, principle, and undertaking of the inclining experiment.
Q6. With the aid of appropriate sketches, explain the relationship between free surface effect and the following;
a. Tank location;
b. Level of liquid in a rectangular tank;
c. Transverse subdivisions; and
d. Longitudinal subdivisions.