Deploy/Retrieve Storage System (DRSS). Volume I. System Level Definition and Tradeoff Analysis.
Abstract
This purpose of this study was to develop system concept(s) for a Deploy/Retrieve/Storage System (DRSS) for present and future Radio Frequency Buoyant Cable Antenna Systems on SSN and SSBN submarines, and provide the basis for investigation of performance, installation and cost tradeoffs. The DRSS shall functionally replace the antenna transfer mechanism, antenna storage reel, pressure hull interface, conduit and tow/exit point presently installed on submarines as part of the existing AN/BRA-18 and AN/BRA-24, systems. The present system has the following major problem areas: exerts excessive compressive, bending, torsional and tensile forces on in-line electronic, connectors and antenna assemblies developed for present and future antennas; restricts the development of future antennas and associated components; requires extensive effort for maintainability; requires a bend radius of 6 in. on in-line electronics and associated components; introduces excessive structureborne noise; requires excessive manpower/effort to deploy/retrieve/store antenna assemblies; and does not accurately determine amount of cable deployed. The basic guidelines for the study were to establish an analysis of conceptual means to deploy, retrieve and store buoyant cable antenna systems. Twenty specific requirements were placed upon the conceptual system. Additionally, five goals were to be achieved.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 31, 1980
- Accession Number
- ADA084004