This paper discusses potential problems in designing highly specialized construction equipment for use on the deep-ocean bottom. Possible solutions and a program to optimize the design, reliability, and capability of a Seafloor Excavator, if and when built, are presented. Major areas of technological concern in developing excavation equipment are discussed.


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    Title :

    The Seafloor Excavator - A Concept


    Additional title:

    Sae Technical Papers


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    22nd Annual Earthmoving Industry Conference ; 1971



    Publication date :

    1971-02-01




    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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