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Reducing Friction Resistance

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In this chapter we will work through the different methods that have been studied for surface friction resistance reduction, aimed at reducing, altering, or disconnecting the boundary layer from the hull surface. This gives a historical and technical background to understanding boundary layer flows.

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Pavlov, G.A., Yun, L., Bliault, A., He, SL. (2020). Reducing Friction Resistance. In: Air Lubricated and Air Cavity Ships. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-0716-0425-0_2

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