Air inflow velocity data are presented for the starboard propulsion propeller of an LCAC vehicle. Data at various radial and angular locations centered on the propeller shaft are shown for two stations upstream of the propeller but behind the LCAC superstructure. Test conditions include multiple speeds over water as well as bollard conditions at full power. Severe velocity deficits are found in the lower outboard quadrant of the inflow, and these deficits become more severe closer to the back face of the craft superstructure.


    Access

    Access via TIB

    Check availability in my library


    Export, share and cite



    Title :

    Propeller Inflow Measurements on an Air Cushion Landing Craft Vehicle (LCAC)


    Contributors:
    S. Gowing (author)

    Publication date :

    2003


    Size :

    26 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




    Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) Crew Selection System Manual

    K. T. Helton / T. Nontasak / D. L. Dolgin | NTIS | 1992


    The Evolution of Crew Training in U. S. Navy Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) Operations

    Braa, D. C. / Eakin, D. M. / American Society of Naval Engineers; Flagship Section et al. | British Library Conference Proceedings