Prevention of Deterioration of Navigational Buoys.
Abstract
This report reviews in detail (1) the factors which influence buoy service life and (2) the present Coast Guard maintenance procedures. The consensus is that the specified vinyl system is excellent. However, suggestions are advanced for possible means of improving the anticorrosive and antifouling paints. In addition, suggestions are presented regarding the use of alternative materials of construction. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1963
- Accession Number
- AD0786327
Entities
People
- Ben Brand
- Frederick W. Fink
- Louis Nowacki
- R. Glen Fuller
- W. K. Boyd
Organizations
- Battelle Memorial Institute