Hydrodynamics of High-Speed Marine Vehicles Van Odd M. Faltinsen is an English-language textbook aimed at professionals in the maritime sector. It provides a detailed treatment of the hydrodynamics of high-speed marine vehicles.
This reference work discusses the three main types of high-speed marine vehicles: ships with submerged hulls, air-cushion vehicles, and hydrofoils. The book highlights the influence of wave conditions, resistance, propulsion, seakeeping, and sea state, loading, and maneuvering characteristics using rational and simplified methods.
In addition, it includes in-depth chapters on waterjet propulsion and the effects of water depth on waves, resistance, sinkage, and trim. Topics such as air-cushion vehicles, with emphasis on resonance oscillations, and hydrofoil craft are discussed extensively.
The book offers a strong link to automatic control and structural mechanics and includes numerous illustrations, examples, and exercises. This title is closely aligned in content with disciplines such as ship design, marine engineering, and naval architecture.