This document provides the calculations and dimensions for creating a scale model of a seastead using Froude scaling. The full-scale dimensions are based on your specifications, and the scale ratio is determined to fit your available materials.
Froude scaling is based on the Froude number, which relates inertial and gravitational forces. The scale ratio must preserve the Froude number, so the model must scale uniformly in space and time. For this design, the primary scaling ratios are:
Full-scale dimensions for the legs are:
Using a length scale of 1:30, the model dimensions for the legs are:
| Dimension | >Full Scale | >Model (1:30) |
|---|---|---|
| Diameter | >48 inches | >