Fundamentals of Ship Stability and Hydrostatics

This learning track covers the fundamental principles of Hydrostatics and Stability in Naval Architecture. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the basic and advanced concepts in the field, such as buoyancy, trimming, and the ability of a vessel to restore itself to an upright position. The learning track delves into the principles of floating bodies, focusing on the Archimedes principle and its effect on floating bodies. For instance, learners will understand the concept of displacement in relation to ships, the forces and moments acting on a floating body, and the conditions for equilibrium. The learning track also covers the principles of stability in naval architecture, focusing on the conditions for an object to remain in an upright position. It further explains the calculation of the transverse and vertical centers of gravity and buoyancy. The learning track concludes with a detailed walkthrough of a complex problem involving the calculation of ship stability parameters.