Dynamics of Ocean Vehicles

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Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours. Dynamics and stability of motion of immersed and floating structures and ocean vehicles; maneuverability and control; behavior of ocean vehicles and stationary platforms in waves; design considerations leading to motion reduction; applications to surface vessels, submersibles and drilling rigs. Prerequisites: CVEN 311/EVEN 311 , MEEN 459 or equivalent, or approval of instructor.