This issue of GL’s “Technology” contains the revision
of an article which originally appeared in the
German “Handbuch der Werften”, published in 1998
by Schiffahrtsverlag “Hansa” C. Schroedter & Co.,
Hamburg.
The paper presents the “state of the art” of calculation
and measurement techniques in the field of
ship vibrations. In this respect, emphasis is put on
the description of general procedures. Theoretical
background is only explained when necessary for
the comprehension of physical concepts. Specifically
addressed are engineers/ inspectors at shipyards,
shipping companies and consulting offices.
The goal is to improve communication between
specialists performing vibrational investigations
and engineers concerned with the design and
operation of ships.