Engineering Design Handbook: Wheeled Amphibians

Abstract

This handbook has been prepared as an aid to engineers designing wheeled amphibians. Fundamental design information not readily attainable elsewhere is presented along with requirements and problem areas that are unique to the wheeled amphibian. Part One introduces the principal elements of the wheeled amphibian, design requirements, and a history of amphibian development. The actual design process is described in Part Two in which the amphibian evolves from concept design through preliminary design and finally to detail design. Part Three deals with evaluation and testing of wheeled amphibians as an important link in the design process. Probable developments in future high- speed wheeled amphibian design are described in Part Four. The material presented in this handbook is composed of data and design information gathered from many sources; however, treatment is limited to one of condensation and summary because of the vast scope of the subject. References appear at the end of each chapter for guidance in acquiring complete information on any topic.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 11, 1971
Accession Number
AD0881357

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  • United States Army Materiel Command

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  • Air Platforms
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  • Chemistry
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  • Mechanics
  • Pressure Distribution
  • Stress Strain Relations
  • Test And Evaluation

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