> To be in motion, any object must need to overcome friction. For large container ships, between 2 and 10% of resistance encountered is caused by drag, which worsens a vessel's fuel economy as the additional friction requires more energy (in the form of fuel) to overcome.
Do they mean aerodynamic drag here? Otherwise, what’s the remaining 90 to 98% of resistance from, if not drag?
I bet it would be better if something aerodynamic could cover most of the stacks at the bow and have a fairing for the stern too. Tiny savings means millions in profits. Like, considering shark skin texturing of the hull too.
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[ 0.25 ms ] story [ 9.1 ms ] threadDo they mean aerodynamic drag here? Otherwise, what’s the remaining 90 to 98% of resistance from, if not drag?