 While the present book on ship hydroelasticity was written primarily with the naval architects in mind, it significantly differs from any other book on the same topic of those available today. The techniques that have been analyzed and described by the authors, had not found practical confirmation at the time when the book was first published.
That is why we would think that it is aimed more at the enthusiasts with deep interest in the science of naval architecture. One of the main issues that the authors faced was the fact that the discipline in question was developing and growing so rapidly, and the decision was made to concentrate on the basic theoretical material, supplemented with the specific results obtained from the real ships.
This would particularly refer to the slamming responses on steady waves – thorough investigation of the collected induced responses was conducted. In short, the authors restricted the content of the volume to the essential ideas, leaving the rest to the readers and future naval architects.
 This Handbook is designed to be a helping hand for Deck Officers, with a focus on loading calculations. Emphasizing practical solutions, it tackles the most common questions that arise when loading ships. While those seeking in-depth knowledge can consult comprehensive publications for a more detailed understanding of stability, this Handbook provides a concise and accessible guide.
The initial chapter offers an overview of the Handbook's purpose and summarizes the content of each chapter. You'll also find an alphabetical list of abbreviations, a chapter-by-chapter compilation of formulas, and recommendations for the necessary materials and equipment for ship-loading computations. Chapter two delves into the key aspects and best practices that directly impact safe and efficient ship loading.
Chapter three provides a detailed, step-by-step guide to performing an International Standard Draft Survey, complete with practical examples. Moving on, chapter four is dedicated to cargo deadweight, outlining the main considerations when calculating cargo deadweight. Again, each step in the process is explained in detail with accompanying examples.
The subsequent chapter summarizes the essential factors in trim and stability calculations, while the chapter on grain loading addresses the relevant IMCO and SOLAS requirements. The final chapter focuses on measuring the rolling period for timber carriers, a procedure most commonly required when carrying timber deck cargo but applicable to any vessel or cargo.
 A very useful and informative self-contained reference publication containing the data on the added mass not only of the ships but also of the various other marine engineering structures. The author has provided a good description of both theoretical and experimental methods of determination of the added masses. The volume will impress readers with the completeness and width of the content together with the consistency of presentation of the material.
It will definitely be found extremely practical in the everyday work. Note that this book may be used in ship engineering as well as in various other fields of engineering such as machine engineering and hydrotechnique. The author has made a good attempt to summarize all important material published earlier in English and Russian-language literature sources. Proper knowledge and understanding of the added masses interacting with the fluid is considered necessary in the research and applied tasks.
The publication will definitely be called for by the ship designers as well as designers of all other engineering structures that commonly interact with the fluids. It will become a truly indispensable source of technical information. The author of the book has managed to combine numerous diverse issues relating to the determination of the added masses...
 This nearly perfect volume features a collection of invited contributions focused on the application of mathematics in naval engineering. Advocating for a more integrated approach that surpasses traditional scientific boundaries, leading experts present interdisciplinary tools and models across a wide array of topics. Each chapter highlights key methods, emerging research directions, and applications of analytical techniques within the field.
The book explores fundamental scientific and mathematical concepts as they relate to subjects such as the butterfly structure of the FFT, the acoustic impedance of pistons in a two-layer medium, deterministic batch trackers, spline equations, moving horizons estimation, membership games for sensor network planning, statistical models for inertial sensors, random flight searches in confined domains, the acoustics of mixed porosity felt airfoils, and an innovative aft boundary condition for towed flexible cylinders.
Rigorously peer-reviewed and thoughtfully presented for a diverse audience, this volume is ideal for graduate and postdoctoral students engaged in interdisciplinary research. Researchers in applied mathematics and the sciences will find this book to be a valuable resource, showcasing the latest advancements in the field. In line with the STEAM-H series, this volume aims to foster interdisciplinary understanding and collaboration.
 All intended readers will definitely find that the present volume is not a sort of books with glossy images of fabulous and glamorous yachts. It is much more scientific and sober than those titles. The main objective of the compilers of the present training course was to provide all interested readers, and yachtsmen in particular with the racing ambitions with a good technical background of the mechanics of sailing, including both hydro- and aeromechanics.
The original intention of the author of the volume was to present all materials in a way that could be justifiable from his own background, while all efforts have been made to keep the content easily accessible for the people without actual academic schooling. The book starts with a list of used notations and symbols followed by the introductory chapter.
Then the main content of the publication comes arranged in several sections covering the geometry of the sailing yacht and mass properties, basic mechanics and fundamental elements of the fluid mechanics, forces acting above the surface of the water, i.e. aerodynamics, and forces acting under the water, i.e. hydrodynamics, sailing hydrodynamics and aerodynamics, retrospection. Several appendices are there at the end of the volume providing some valuable additional information on mathematical notions, Kelvin ship waves, and other important aspects.
 The content of the present excellent book is mainly based on the reviewed and updated information of this edition. The volume has been prepared by the award-winning author of many other naval architecture books and former VP of RINA. The book will be ideal for the people making their first steps in the subject an also for those willing to refresh their technical knowledge.
The title will provide all of them with a remarkably broad appreciation of naval architecture explaining the theory in physical terms without submerging the readers too deep into the mathematics. The author have covered all basic principles of naval architecture and has also addressed the contemporary fields, such as the design and manufacture using the computer aid, i.e. CAD/CAM. This latest release of the book is reflecting literally all ongoing technical developments and also addresses the international regulations.
The content of the book is very easy to follow and this approach has already made this book very popular among the newcomers. Of course, a proper knowledge and understanding of the basics of naval architecture is critically important not only for them but also to all other people who are working in the marine industry, such as the marine engineers, ship surveyors and crew members, as they all have to possess at least some general knowledge of the subject.
 The present publication is the very good course in naval architecture covering the essential theoretical knowledge required to be possessed by the naval architects. The main objective of the author was to acquaint the trainees with the theoretical basics and provide the clear explanation on their interrelation and progressive application in the ship hull design. Note that it should not be looked at as a replacement to any standard reference volume but shall rather be treated as a leading title.
It will be the excellent reference source for the students of the naval architecture. In fact this is a good introduction, as it is clearly stated in the title of the book, and those willing to get a deep understanding and knowledge of the subject, should spend more time and efforts.
The readers will go through the entire process of ship hull design, understand how the main hull characteristics shall be chosen so that the requirements advised by the clients, can be satisfied. The book is recommended to the students and is a perfect supplement to any standard training program. The material is explained in a very simple and understandable way, including all calculations as well as the design matters.
 The ship disasters that occurred in the past all serve as reminders to the professionals of the maritime industry of the serious need for the cost effective enhancement of the safety and also as strong indicators of the gaps existing there in the stability safety of the vessels. The latter problem is actually very complex, and practically meaningful solutions to it can be feasible only in case of close international co-operation and combining the efforts made by all members of the maritime community.
A CRP, standing for the Collaborative Research Project, was launched some thirty years ago as a response to the above mentioned problem. The authors of the present publication have included selected and most valuable technical materials obtained from the first four CRP workshops. The book contains nearly fifty documents representing all currently available professional expertise related to the stability of the vessels, spanning seventeen different countries of the world.
All of the papers included in this volume have been arranged in four groups, dealing with the stability of the intact ship, stability of a damaged ship, covering the special problems of ship stability, and addressing the impact that stability has on design and operation of the vessels. Definitely must-have book for all those people who wish to be kept updated with all recent happenings in the field of contemporary naval architecture, and ship stability in particular.
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