Ship motion

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-008844",
  "term": "Ship motion",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "The movement of a vessel at sea in response to forces from waves, wind, and currents. This motion is described by six degrees of freedom: three rotational (roll, pitch, yaw) and three translational (heave, surge, sway). The magnitude of ship motion is a primary factor in determining passenger comfort, cargo safety, and the accuracy of onboard meteorological instruments, which require stabilization to produce reliable data.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/ship-motion/"
}