Ship Buoyancy and Stability: Lecture 01 - Introduction

Introductory lecture notes covering ship buoyancy, hydrostatics, equilibrium, stability, and Archimedes' principle.

These lecture notes introduce the fundamental principles of ship buoyancy and stability. Topics include ship equilibrium, static and dynamic loads, centers of gravity and buoyancy, hydrostatic pressure, fluid statics, Gauss's theorem, Archimedes' principle, displacement, draft, reserve buoyancy, freeboard, and the Plimsoll mark. The material is suitable for students beginning coursework in naval architecture, marine engineering, and ship design.

Application Scope: Use for introductory study of ship hydrostatics, floating-body equilibrium, buoyancy, and intact and damaged ship stability.