Factors in choice of transmission; paddle propulsion, variable pitch and Voith Schneider propellers; bollard pull under various conditions; use of Kort nozzle; factors in proximity of barges to tug, and length of train; log towing, barge, and large harbor estuary and coastal tugs; hull form of different types; situation of propeller.


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    Title :

    Some propulsion problems of tugs


    Additional title:

    Inst Mar Engrs -- Trans


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    1959


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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