how is a ships gross weight derived and what are the typical units used?

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how is a ships gross weight derived and what are the typical units used?

2006-09-12 05:43:27 · 2 answers · asked by STIFFY 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering

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A ship's gross weight is equal to the weight of the water it displaces. By calculating the volume of the ship's hull below any given waterline, you can determine the ship's current gross weight. The displacement of a ship is commonly measured in metric (long) tons.

2006-09-12 05:46:09 · answer #1 · answered by Deep Thought 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋

Its computed using Calculus.

2006-09-12 05:55:23 · answer #2 · answered by ag_iitkgp 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋