OSDOC II Engineering Tests - Coronado
Abstract
The Coronado engineering tests were conducted for purposes of evaluating the equipment capabilities and limitations of the NCEL concept. This concept evaluation included off loading 8 ft x 8 ft x 20 ft containers from a simulated non-self-sustaining containership and transporting the containers ship-to-shore in a roll-off mode via a pontoon causeway ferry shuttle, and across hardened beaches to a stabilized storage area. Available inventory equipment and techniques were used in these tests, such as a Navy floating YD- type crane, standard NL pontoons, Marine Corps truck/trailers, and Mo-Mat and On-Fast beach hardening. The tests were conducted in two phases: first, in the San Diego Harbor to familiarize the operators with the concept and procedures and second, in the open sea to evaluate the equipment concept. The results of the evaluation demonstrated the feasibility of the concept and the ability of the available inventory equipments to off load containers from ship-to-shore in wave/swell conditions in excess of original estimates for these equipments. Also apparent was the ability of the equipment operators to perform the concept functions with a minimum of special training and guidance beyond their normal training. The concept of a floating crane/causeway ferry shuttle is recommended for the joint service OSDOC II exercise.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1972
- Accession Number
- AD0907010
Entities
People
- Billie R. Karrh
- Don B. Jones
- Duane A. Davis
- H. S. Zwibel
- James J. Traffalis
- Richard C. Towne
Organizations
- Naval Facilities Engineering Service Center