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STEPS
SOLUTION:
See Sheet 7A - Bottom Half - M.V. Grand Haven
Fwd
17'
00''
17.000'
Aft
22'
06''
22.500'
MEAN
19'
09''
19.750'
Cu. Ft. per Long Ton = 2240 lb.s per Long Ton x 1.2245 cubic feet
Test Weight per bushel (lbs.)
Cu. Ft. per Long Ton = 2240 x
1.2245
=
88.48
31
LEGEND:
Blue = values or information provided.
Red = values looked up in tables, etc.
Black = calculated values or answer.
Green = ANSWER
Using the Guidance Manual for Loading the M.V. Grand Haven, determine the
amount of ballast required in tank No. 7 (P&S) to maintain drafts of 17'-00" forward
and 22'-06" aft for a vessel loaded with grain which has a test weight of 31 lbs.
Principles of Stability
Stability and Trim Calculations - Utilization of Trim Tables
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