It is noted that with introduction of Saturn space program which involves space vehicles of gigantic proportions (S-IC booster e.g. will be 138 ft long, of 33 ft diam and weigh 500,000 lb), water transportation became only feasible means of transferring large stages between geographically separated areas; this aspect is discussed with reference to requirements and water route; length of Clermont is 65 ft, beam 20 ft, molded depth 10 ft, and draft 7 ft; vessel is intended to handle cryogenic and stage barges and to serve as firefighting auxiliary; gas turbine-electric propulsion machinery is installed. (see also Diesel and Gas Engine Progress v 31 n 12 Dec 1965 p 36)
Clermont -- Gas turbine-powered tug handles space vehicles
Shipbldg Shipg Rec
Shipbuilding and Shipping Record ; 106 , n 24
1965
4 pages
Article (Journal)
English
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