Development of the CEL Salvage Remote Assist and Lift Device.
Abstract
The report discusses the need for and development of a diver's lift assist device as a part of the Navy's salvage forces program. The device discussed in this report combines the best features of the Hunley-Wischhoefer Remote Recovery System and the family of commercially available diver's lift assist devices. Features of the unit include buoyancy variability, inflatability, messenger capability, and reliability. It is designed to be simple, safe, and economical. A water brake designed for the device proved quite effective as a safety feature in slowing the rate of ascent through the water column. The assembly was successfully tested in the laboratory and at sea and has been forwarded to the Harbor Clearance Unit in Hawaii for in-service evaluation. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1974
- Accession Number
- AD0782503
Entities
People
- J. Bayles
Organizations
- Naval Facilities Engineering Service Center