Annex 6 - Stability of hydrofoil craft
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Annex 6 - Stability of hydrofoil craft

 The stability of these craft shall be considered in the hull-borne, transitional and foil-borne modes. The stability investigation shall also take into account the effects of external forces. The following procedures are outlined for guidance in dealing with stability.

As required by 2.3.1, the stability of hydrofoil craft shall be assessed under all permitted conditions of loading.

The term "hull-borne mode" has the same meaning as "displacement mode" defined in 1.4.22 of the Code.

The term "foil-borne mode" has the same meaning as "non-displacement mode" defined in 1.4.38 of the Code.

Parent topic: HSC 2000 Code - International Code of Safety for High-Speed Craft, 2000 – Resolution MSC.97(73)
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