The Loading Problem Every Cargo Ship Faces
On the surface, a ship sinks lower as cargo is added, changing where its buoyancy acts. But cargo cannot all be packed deep in a narrow keel; it has to fill the hold and can also be carried high on deck.
That raises the ship’s overall centre of gravity and reduces its natural resistance to rolling over. A cargo ship that wants to carry serious weight therefore needs stability from more than just a heavy keel.
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That raises the ship’s overall centre of gravity and reduces its natural resistance to rolling over. A cargo ship that wants to carry serious weight therefore needs stability from more than just a heavy keel.
#CargoShip #ShipLoading #Stability #MarineEngineering #CasualNavigation
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