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Hydrostatics is a subject in naval architecture which deals with the conditions under which a vessel is subjected to while at rest in water and its ability to remain afloat. ^[1] This involves computing buoyancy, (displacement) and other hydrostatic properties.

Trim

Refers to the longitudinal inclination of the vessel.

Stability

Ability of a vessel to restore itself to an upright position after being inclined by wind, sea, or loading conditions.

References

^ Lewis V, Edward (Ed.); (June 1989). Principles of Naval Architecture (2nd Rev.) Vol. 1 - Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers. ISBN 09-397-7300-7

External links

[1] Lewis V, Edward (Ed.); (June 1989). Principles of Naval Architecture (2nd Rev.) Vol. 1 - Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers. ISBN 09-397-7300-7

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