THE EVOLUTION OF TUG DESIGN: THE CANADIAN EXPERIENCE

Two major research studies on behalf of the Canadian Ministry of Transport on the subject of the tug and barge industry in Canada have produced a wealth of data. This paper focuses on the subject of tug design, as represented by the historical development of tugs in Canada. The relationships between factors of tug dimensions, power, and performance are presented and the role played by regulation in influencing tug design is discussed.

• Supplemental Notes:
  • Intl Tug & Salvage Convention, 12th; May 1992; Santa Margherita, Italy. Pprs. Pubs by TRP Magazines Ltd, London, UK, ISBN 1 897878 052. Day 1, ppr 4, p 47 [15 p, 1 tab, 35 fig]
• Authors:
  • Allan, R G
• Publication Date: 1992

Language

• English

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Design; Ships; Tugboats; Vehicle design
• Uncontrolled Terms: Design criteria; Ship design
• Subject Areas: Design; Marine Transportation; Vehicles and Equipment;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00707371
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: British Maritime Technology
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Aug 14 1995 12:00AM