In summary, it is suggested that gas turbines are probably best choice of prime mover for hydrofoils, hovercraft and fast patrol boats; in larger warships combinations of gas turbines with other plant offer considerable advantages compared with conventional machinery; not only are there substantial gains in endurance and availability, but there are savings in maintenance, running costs and watch-keeping personnel; opinion is also turning to merchant ship application, and gas turbine cargo ship of 24,500 tons dw is under construction in United States.
Marine gas turbines -- Past, present and future
Shipbldg Shipg Rec
1967
5 pages
Article (Journal)
English
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