Wave-making resistance theory of ships

Author: Liu Yingzhong
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: Based on similar monographs in China, this book provides a certain degree of summary and overview of the main developments in ship wave-making resistance theories both domestically and internationally. In addition to briefly reviewing the linear wave theory, it systematically introduces the modern applications of linear theories and ship-generated solitary waves in shallow water and narrow channels. It also focuses on discussing various issues related to the application of the Rankine source method in ship wave-making resistance theory.