Center Of Immersion (Noun)
Meaning
(physics) the center of mass of the immersed part of ship or other floating object.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The naval architect carefully calculated the center of immersion to ensure the stability of the new ship design.
- As the cargo was loaded, the center of immersion shifted slightly aft, affecting the vessel's overall balance.
- The center of immersion is a critical factor in determining the metacentric height of a floating object.
- To improve the ship's stability, the engineers adjusted the ballast tanks to lower the center of immersion.
- The center of immersion was marked on the hull of the submarine to help the crew monitor its position during dives.