46 CFR 42.20-25 - Correction for block coefficient.

U.S. Code of Federal Regulations

Regulations most recently checked for updates: Aug 28, 2025

View all text of Subpart 42.20 [§ 42.20-3 - § 42.20-75]

§ 42.20-25 - Correction for block coefficient.

If the block coefficient (Cb) exceeds 0.68, the tabular freeboard specified in § 42.20-15 as modified, if applicable, by §§ 42.20-5 (b) and (d), and 42.20-20(a) must be multiplied by the factor (Cb + 0.68)/1.36.

[CGD 79-153, 48 FR 38650, Aug. 25, 1983]