{"id":113,"date":"2021-07-06T09:46:07","date_gmt":"2021-07-06T09:46:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/maremathics.pfst.hr\/?p=113"},"modified":"2022-08-15T15:01:01","modified_gmt":"2022-08-15T14:01:01","slug":"4-vectors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/maremathics.pfst.hr\/?p=113","title":{"rendered":"4. Vectors"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Abstract<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Vectors provide a powerful tool for describing quantities that have magnitude and direction. A simple example of such a quantity is force: when applying a force, one is generally interested in how much force is applied (i.e., the magnitude of the force) and the direction in which the force was applied. Analysis of ship’s stability arises from the effect of upsetting forces or heeling moments, which can be represented as vectors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This chapter begins with the definition of the concept of vector, and then the basic operations including vectors are defined. Scalar, vector and mixed product as well as their applications will be presented. Exercises are also included, with the answers at the end of each task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aim<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

To acquire skills in solving tasks with vectors, and also to understand concepts standing behind those calculations. Vectors are also important for a number of real-life applications in the maritime field, which can be seen from the last part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learning outcomes<\/h4>\n\n\n\n