AUXILIARY SHIP HULL FORM DESIGN AND RESISTANCE PREDICTION

ABSTRACT In this paper 154 auxiliary type monohull designs are analyzed for guidance on how to select the appropriate hull form parameters, particularly with regard to the effects of hull section shapes, sectional area and design waterline curves on ship resistance. This paper also discusses the resistance predictions based on (1) the statistical approach and (2) the use of series model test data (such as Taylor's standard series) and associated “worm curve factors” with the help of data management software.