Definition of an Improved Wet Support Bridge Concept and Related System Analysis
Abstract
This study presents key findings for the concept of an Improved Wet Support Bridge based on integral propulsion in all bays. It also provides a new concept for an integral propulsion bay for the existing Ribbon Bridge. The study concluded that a new half-width interior bay with integral propulsion in a single folding bow ponton is practicable for the existing Ribbon Bridge system and will improve bridge/rafting performance and reduce life cycle costs in comparison wth the Current Ribbon Bridge. It also concluded that the Improved Wet Bridge System based on integral propulsion in all three-ponton bays provides bridge/rafting capabilities for improved performance in handling Military Load Class 70. These new concepts will provide improved bridge/rafting performance throughout the 1980s and 1990s. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1981
- Accession Number
- ADA108720
Entities
People
- George E. Pollak
- John S. Howland
- Robert H. Bode
- W. F. Reehl
Organizations
- Arthur D. Little