stowage factor
nautical science
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In nautical science, a "stowage factor" refers to the amount of space a cargo occupies. It is particularly relevant for low-density cargo, such as wheeled vehicles, which require significant volume and clearance. This means such cargo has a high stowage factor, demanding large hull capacity on ships. The term "stowage" itself relates to the space or room available for storage.12
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