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I was given the task to create a hull which must be propelled by human and solar power; I have found it difficult to obtain existing hull designs with their respective coefficient of total resistance so I am looking for a way to calculate the total hull resistance for a hull of my own.
I require the hull to be simple in geometry as I should propose a way to manufacture it at the least possible price. I was thinking about a circular cross section hull, as shown below, as I think it would be quite simple to manufacture. I am aware of the 1957 ITTC line but do not know how to extract more data from the model to get the total drag resistance. I am aiming at a speed of about 1.5 to 2.5 m/s.
Also, is there any simple method to calculate the extra power required to propel the hull in slightly rough seas?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
https://d2t1xqejof9utc.cloudfront.net/screenshots/pics/b116352c73e13dcea85289ee6504a3cd/large.png
I require the hull to be simple in geometry as I should propose a way to manufacture it at the least possible price. I was thinking about a circular cross section hull, as shown below, as I think it would be quite simple to manufacture. I am aware of the 1957 ITTC line but do not know how to extract more data from the model to get the total drag resistance. I am aiming at a speed of about 1.5 to 2.5 m/s.
Also, is there any simple method to calculate the extra power required to propel the hull in slightly rough seas?
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
https://d2t1xqejof9utc.cloudfront.net/screenshots/pics/b116352c73e13dcea85289ee6504a3cd/large.png