Metacentric Height in Introduction to Fluid Mechanics Basics 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 GM. Metacentric Height is usually measured using the Millimeter for Length. Note that the value of Metacentric Height is always negative.

Formulas to find Metacentric Height in Introduction to Fluid Mechanics Basics

fxUnstable Equilibrium of Floating BodyGo

List of variables in Introduction to Fluid Mechanics Basics formulas

fx Distance between Point B and G Go

fx Distance between Point B and M 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 Millimeter for Length. Note that the value of Metacentric Height is always negative.

Can the Metacentric Height be negative?

Yes, the Metacentric Height, measured in Length can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Metacentric Height?

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

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