This report presents the results of a feasibility study of towing pontoon barges on their own buoyancy. A review of the specifications and the operation requirements of the pontoon barges, a survey of towing assets and techniques, as well as an evaluation of the critical environmental parameters are conducted to identify the requirements for wet tow operation. Hydrodynamic and seakeeping characteristics of the hull form are evaluated to assess the suitability of the pontoon barges for ocean towing. A parametric analysis is presented of alternatives and modifications required to achieve the operational requirements where deficiencies exist Design criteria required to implement the modifications are recommended.... Pontoon barges, wet tow feasibility, operational requirement, environmental parameters.
Deployable Waterfront Wet Tow Evaluation
1992
102 pages
Report
No indication
English
Logistics Military Facilities & Supplies , Marine Engineering , Barges , Pontoons , Towing , Logistics support , Buoyancy , Deficiencies , Feasibility studies , Hydrodynamics , Modification , Oceans , Parametric analysis , Requirements , Seakeeping , Specifications , Surveys , Towing vehicles , Ship hulls , Structural response , Rapid deployment , Naval operations , Velocity , Design criteria
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