The theory and operation of a vibration absorber, suitable for increasing the damping in the fundamental vertical vibration mode of a ship, are described. A design example is presented, illustrating the engineering application of the unit in a 550 tonne Landing Craft, and a method of turning the absorber, after installation, is given. (Author)


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    Title :

    The Design and Installation of a Damped Vibration Absorber


    Contributors:
    G. Long (author) / P. A. Farrell (author)

    Publication date :

    1977


    Size :

    26 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English






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