Test of Rated 15 Ton Pontoon

Abstract

The object of this experiment is to test a rated 15 ton nylon rubber lifting pontoon with regard to its strength, durability, ease of handling, hook up time, maximum load and its characteristics under various loads and conditions. The tests are to be conducted in the Naval Ordnance Tank and in the open sea under various conditions with respect to depth of water, seas, etc., so that they approach actual operations as close as possible.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 24, 1947
Accession Number
AD0728255

Entities

People

  • G. G. Molumphy

Organizations

  • United States Navy Experimental Diving Unit

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Pressure
  • Birds
  • Buoyancy
  • Depth Indicators
  • Diameters
  • Divers
  • Diving Suits
  • Drops
  • Fresh Water
  • High Pressure
  • Hydrostatic Pressure
  • Naval Guns
  • Pressure Distribution
  • Resistance
  • Salt Water
  • Shallow Water
  • Water

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