Hull Form Optimization in Naval Architecture for Fuel Efficiency
Author(s): Rajat Khanna¹, Sneha Tiwari², Mohit Bansal³
Affiliation: 1,2,3Praveenya Institute of Marine Engineering and Maritime Studies, India
Page No: 22-27-
Volume issue & Publishing Year: Volume 2 Issue 3,March-2025
Journal: International Journal of Modern Engineering and Management | IJMEM
ISSN NO: 3048-8230
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Abstract:
The maritime industry is under growing pressure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and fuel consumption due to international environmental regulations and rising operational costs. Hull form optimization has emerged as one of the most effective strategies for improving ship energy efficiency without compromising cargo capacity or structural integrity. This paper investigates the role of hull geometry in hydrodynamic performance, reviews optimization methodologies including computational fluid dynamics (CFD), evolutionary algorithms, and artificial intelligence, and presents findings from simulation studies. Results indicate that optimized hull designs can achieve fuel savings of 8–15%, depending on ship type and operating conditions. The study concludes that hull form optimization is a critical component of sustainable naval architecture and provides recommendations for future research and industry implementation.
Keywords:
Hull Form, Naval Architecture, Fuel Efficiency, CFD, Ship Optimization
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