Metacentric Height in Fluid in Motion Formulas

Metacentric Height is defined as the vertical distance between the center of gravity of a body and metacenter of that body. And is denoted by H_m. Metacentric Height is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Metacentric Height is always positive.

Formulas to find Metacentric Height in Fluid in Motion

fxMetacentric Height given Time Period of RollingGo

List of variables in Fluid in Motion formulas

fx Radius of Gyration Go

fx Time Period of Rolling Go

FAQ

What is the Metacentric Height?

Metacentric Height is defined as the vertical distance between the center of gravity of a body and metacenter of that body. Metacentric Height is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Metacentric Height is always positive.

Can the Metacentric Height be negative?

No, the Metacentric Height, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Metacentric Height?

Metacentric Height is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Metacentric Height can be measured.

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