Head Sea Model Tests of the FSHV with an Extended Bow and Spray Strips

Abstract

The results of brief tests to observe cockpit wetting and seakeeping performance both with and without a retrofit bow for the FSHV model are presented. With the 6.5 ft bow extension the FSHV exhibits acceptable spray and drag characteristics even in 4.4 ft significant height seas.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 01, 1977
Accession Number
ADA052782

Entities

People

  • R. L. Van Dyck

Organizations

  • Stevens Institute of Technology

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  • Energy and Power Technologies

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  • Aerodynamic Drag
  • Center Of Gravity
  • Contracts
  • Drag
  • Drag Reduction
  • Elements
  • Gravity
  • Military Research
  • Model Tests
  • Models
  • New Jersey
  • Reynolds Number
  • Seakeeping
  • Security
  • Test And Evaluation
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