SURFACE EFFECT SHIPS IN THE SURFACE NAVY

The U.S. Navy presently has two testcraft, designed as "proof of principle" articles, to be used in the development of Naval surface effect ships. These craft are described, with attention given to general hull configuration, propulsion system and associated problems, stability and control, aerodynamic drag, and steering systems and concepts of each craft. Characteristics of surface effect ships that make them attractive for Naval use are discussed. The author also discusses the effect that an entire Navy of surface effect ships would have on Navy yards, drydocking facilities, and sea going billets for Naval personnel.

• Corporate Authors:

  United States Naval Institute

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• Authors:
  • Traux, R C
• Conference:
  • United States Naval Institute Proceedings
• Publication Date: 1973-12

Media Info

• Pagination: p. 50-54
• Serial:
  • Volume: 99

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: High speed craft; Hydrofoil boats; Surface effect ships; Vehicle design
• Uncontrolled Terms: Ship design
• Old TRIS Terms: Hydrofoil craft
• Subject Areas: Design; Marine Transportation; Vehicles and Equipment;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00052053
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: National Maritime Research Center, Kings Point
• Report/Paper Numbers: No. 12/850
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Apr 26 1974 12:00AM