Ship design for efficiency & economy

Revolutionize Your Ship Design Approach with Proven Efficiency Strategies
Ship Design for Efficiency and Economy stands as the definitive guide for professionals aiming to create high-performance vessels that deliver measurable cost savings. This second edition, fully revised and updated, distills decades of naval architecture expertise into practical methodologies that address the industry's most pressing challenges: reducing fuel consumption, optimizing hull forms, and maximizing operational profitability. With maritime transport accounting for over 80% of global trade, the ability to design economically efficient ships has never been more critical—and this book provides the roadmap to achieve it.

Engineering Solutions Backed by Data and Real-World Application
At the heart of this resource lies a groundbreaking approach to hull design optimization, featuring a completely rewritten chapter on numerical methods and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). The authors introduce a new resistance prediction model based on modern hull designs, enabling engineers to accurately forecast performance before construction begins. This edition also expands coverage of unconventional propulsion arrangements, giving designers the tools to evaluate innovative solutions that can reduce fuel consumption by up to 20% compared to traditional systems. Every concept is presented with clear implementation guidelines, ensuring immediate applicability in design offices and shipyards.

From Concept to Construction: A Complete Design Framework
This book guides readers through every phase of the ship design process, from initial sizing and stability calculations to final weight estimation and propulsion system selection. The updated content reflects the latest industry practices, including revised guidelines for block coefficients (CB) and optimized bow/stern configurations that can improve hydrodynamic efficiency by 5-15%. Special attention is given to the economic implications of design decisions, with methodologies for conducting lifecycle cost analyses that help balance initial construction costs against long-term operational savings. The inclusion of practical case studies demonstrates how these principles are applied in real-world scenarios, making the content equally valuable for experienced professionals and engineering students.

Bridging Theory and Practice for Immediate Results
What sets this book apart is its unwavering focus on actionable solutions. The authors, both renowned naval architects, have structured the content to serve as both an educational resource and a professional reference tool. The comprehensive table of contents covers all critical aspects of ship design—including principal dimensions, stability requirements, propulsion systems, and weight calculations—while maintaining a clear connection to economic outcomes. Whether you're optimizing a container ship for maximum cargo capacity or designing a tanker for fuel efficiency, this book provides the technical foundation and economic rationale to make informed decisions that deliver measurable results.

This second edition hardcover reference delivers 224 pages of expert guidance on ship design optimization, featuring a completely revised chapter on computational methodologies and new CFD applications for hull design. Published in 1998 and measuring 9.2 x 6.1 inches with a durable hardcover binding, the book includes detailed illustrations and technical diagrams throughout. Weighing 1 kg, this English-language edition presents updated resistance prediction models and economic analysis frameworks specifically developed for modern commercial vessel design.

For over four decades, this publisher has established itself as a leading provider of technical references for the maritime industry. Specializing in naval architecture, marine engineering, and ship design publications, their catalog features works by internationally recognized experts that bridge the gap between academic research and practical application. The books are widely adopted in both professional design offices and university engineering programs, known for their rigorous technical content and clear presentation of complex concepts.

• Optimize vessel performance with data-driven hull design methodologies that reduce fuel consumption by up to 20%
• Apply advanced computational fluid dynamics (CFD) techniques to predict resistance and improve hydrodynamic efficiency before construction begins
• Balance technical performance with economic constraints using proven lifecycle cost analysis frameworks
• Access completely revised optimization strategies, including a new resistance prediction model based on modern hull designs
• Implement practical solutions for stability calculations, weight estimation, and unconventional propulsion arrangements
• Bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world application with case studies and industry-standard guidelines
• Leverage updated content reflecting the latest industry practices for block coefficients, bow/stern configurations, and propulsion systems
• Serve as both a professional reference and educational resource with comprehensive coverage of all ship design fundamentals
• Make informed decisions that deliver measurable cost savings throughout the vessel's operational lifespan
• Gain immediate access to actionable insights from internationally recognized naval architecture experts