Abstract
AbstractThe velocity potential is derived for a transient source of arbitrary strength undergoing arbitrary three-dimensional motion. The initially quiescent fluid of infinite depth is assumed to be inviscid, incompressible and homogeneous. The upper surface of the fluid is covered by a thin layer of elastic material of uniform density with lateral stress. The linearized initial boundary-value problem is formulated within the framework of the potential-flow theory, and the Laplace transform technique is employed to obtain the solution. The potential of a time-harmonic source with forward speed is obtained as a particular case. The far-field wave motion at long time is determined via the method of stationary phase. The problems of radiation (surge, sway and heave) of the flexural–gravity waves by a submerged sphere advancing at constant forward speed are investigated. The method of multipole expansions is used. Numerical results are obtained for the wave-making resistance and lift, added-mass and damping coefficients. The effects of an ice sheet and broken ice on the hydrodynamic loads are discussed in detail.
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