1. What is Center of Buoyancy?

The Center of Buoyancy (CB) is the centroid of the displaced volume of fluid by a submerged object. For a pipe, it's typically located at the midpoint of the submerged depth.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• \( CB \) — Center of Buoyancy (m)
• \( Depth \) — Total submerged depth of the pipe (m)

Explanation: For a uniform pipe, the center of buoyancy is exactly halfway along its submerged length.

3. Importance of CB Calculation

Details: Knowing the center of buoyancy is essential for stability analysis of floating or submerged pipes, helping to determine the righting moment and potential for rotation.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the total submerged depth of the pipe in meters. The value must be positive.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Does pipe diameter affect the center of buoyancy?
A: No, for a uniform pipe, the CB depends only on the submerged depth, not diameter.

Q2: How does CB relate to stability?
A: The relative positions of CB and center of gravity determine if the pipe will be stable when floating.

Q3: What if the pipe isn't fully submerged?
A: The calculation still works - just use the actual submerged depth.

Q4: Does this apply to non-cylindrical pipes?
A: For complex shapes, more detailed calculations are needed to find the centroid.

Q5: How accurate is this simple formula?
A: It's exact for uniform, cylindrical pipes in calm water conditions.