NOTES OF THE DESIGN OF TWO SUPERCAVITATING HYDROFOILS

The general design method and some details are discussed for two supercavitating hydrofoil models, TAP-1 and TAP-2. Model design features include takeoff capability and spanwise twist distribution. (Author)

• Corporate Authors:

  David Taylor Naval Ship R&D Center

  Ship Performance Department
  Bethesda, MD  United States  20084
• Authors:
  • Baker, E S
• Publication Date: 1975-7

Media Info

• Pagination: 41 p.

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Aerodynamics; Boundary layer flow; Cavitation (Mechanics); Cavitation erosion; Hydrofoil boats; Hydrofoils; Lift drag ratio; Mathematical models; Supercavitating hydrofoils; Takeoff; Vehicle design; Vortex shedding
• Uncontrolled Terms: Experimental design; Model tests; Ship design
• Old TRIS Terms: Lift to drag ratio; Twist motion
• Subject Areas: Design; Marine Transportation; Vehicles and Equipment;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00145748
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: National Technical Information Service
• Report/Paper Numbers: SPD-479-13
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Jan 16 1977 12:00AM