CONSTRUCTION OF POLAR EAGLE AND ARCTIC SUN - INSULATION AND HULL PROTECTION SYSTEM

The self-supporting Prismatic shape and IMO Type B specifications of the SPB insulation and hull protection system include many advantageous features such as high insulation performance, simple configuration, and easy construction. Gas trial and service voyages have confirmed excellent and stable performance. This system is suitable for super low boil-off or large LNG carriers, which will contribute to more economical transport of LNG in the future.

• Supplemental Notes:
  • Ishikawajima-Harima Engng Rev, v 34 n 4, July 1994, p 255 [5 p, 3 ref, 8 fig]
• Authors:
  • Aoki, E
  • OKUMURA, Y
  • Morioka, M
• Publication Date: 1994

Language

• Japanese

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Carriers; Electric insulating materials; Hulls; Insulating materials; Liquefied gases; Liquefied natural gas
• Old TRIS Terms: Arctic sun; Polar eagle
• Subject Areas: Energy; Marine Transportation; Materials; Vehicles and Equipment;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00708561
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: British Maritime Technology
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Aug 14 1995 12:00AM