A Technique for Selecting Stabilizing Fins for Swath Ships,

Abstract

A computer technique has been developed to select a set of fins for an arbitrary SWATH configuration, providing it with stability and favorable dynamic response characteristics. The design technique is based on an analytical stability determination and evaluation of dynamic responses for an array of fin sets which vary in aft fin to forward fin area distribution and longitudinal fin location. Presented in the fin selection technique with sample results and guidelines helpful to the user. The technique offers an efficient and economical tool for designing SWATH stabilizing fins in a technically objective manner. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1984
Accession Number
ADA140647

Entities

People

  • David W Taylor
  • K. K. Mccreight
  • R. Stahl

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Ground and Sea Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Algorithms
  • Aspect Ratio
  • Center Of Gravity
  • Coefficients
  • Computations
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Dynamic Response
  • Equations
  • Equations Of Motion
  • Geometry
  • Metacentric Height
  • Ship Stability
  • Spectra
  • Swath Ships
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Transfer Functions

Readers

  • Aerodynamics/Aeronautics.
  • Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) Technology.
  • Systems Analysis and Design