In
maritime use, the wetted area is the area of the watercraft's
hull which is immersed in water. This has a direct relationship on the overall
hydrodynamic drag of the
ship or
submarine.
In
motorsport, such as
Formula One, the term wetted surfaces is used to refer to the
bodywork,
wings and the
radiator, which are in direct contact with the airflow, similarly to the term's use in aeronautics.[1]
In
maritime use, the wetted area is the area of the watercraft's
hull which is immersed in water. This has a direct relationship on the overall
hydrodynamic drag of the
ship or
submarine.
In
motorsport, such as
Formula One, the term wetted surfaces is used to refer to the
bodywork,
wings and the
radiator, which are in direct contact with the airflow, similarly to the term's use in aeronautics.[1]