Research on bow slamming loads and whipping response's characteristics in hydroelastic experiment by FBG method

Key Points

• Bow slamming significantly affects whipping response dynamics and loads observed during hydroelastic experiments.
• Using fiber Bragg grating, maximum load was recorded at 3500 N during extreme conditions.
• Analysis of hydroelastic responses reveals essential data for improving marine vessel designs under dynamic conditions.
• Findings highlight the importance of bow slamming in design considerations for vessels; external validation needed.