Hydrostatic and Hydrodynamic Characteristics of 'MONOFORM', a Novel Hull Form.

Abstract

This report gives results of a theoretical study of a new small waterplane area hull, called MONOFORM. The hull is composed of a single cylindrical underwater hull, four V-shaped struts, and a large above water platform. The theoretical results indicate that the MONOFORM is more stable, has less wetted surface, and is structurally more sound than a comparable SSS-SWATH hull. Seakeeping characteristics were not evaluated. A need for further study, including model tests, is indicated.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1976
Accession Number
ADA034923

Entities

People

  • Adorjan G. Szeless
  • John D. C. Baldwin

Organizations

  • Virginia Tech

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Ground and Sea Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Center Of Gravity
  • Computer Programs
  • Control Surfaces
  • Digital Computers
  • Engineering
  • Geometry
  • Hulls (Marine)
  • Leading Edges
  • Metacentric Height
  • Military Research
  • Model Tests
  • Models
  • Navy
  • Plastic Explosives
  • Shape
  • Ship Design
  • Ships

Readers

  • Marine Hydrodynamics
  • Theoretical Analysis.