Experiments made in connection with postwar replacement of Irrawaddy Flotilla Co's barges and towboats; shallow water tests; scale of model tests; prediction of effective horsepower; choice of forms to be tested; paddle steamer, Sawbwa, and 2-barge flotilla tests in deep and shallow water; resistance and propulsion tests with 10-ft model of pusher tug in deep and shallow water. (See also - discussion pt 5 p 265-74)


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    Title :

    Tank tests with towboats and barges in deep and shallow water


    Additional title:

    Instn Engrs Shipbldrs Scotland -- Trans


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    1950


    Size :

    55 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :



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