AGOR 28: SIO Shipyard Representative Bi-Weekly Progress Report
Abstract
AGORs 27 and 28 are new "Ocean Class" research vessels being built at the Dakota Creek Industries Inc. (DCI) of Anacortes, WA shipyard under the supervision of the Scripps Institution of Oceanography (SIO), with delivery of AGOR 27 schedule for late 2014 and AGOR 28 in 2015. AGOR 27, first of the class, will be named after Neil Armstrong. AGOR 28, second of the class, will become the R/V Sally Ride. DCI would like to use a rotating flange (Vanstone flange) on the uncontaminated sea water system. The polypropylene lined pipe (resistoflex) is prefabricated at the factory in spools, which allows us to be able to have multi axis bends on the spools. This provides better flow characteristics and cleaner installation on the vessel most notably in areas of penetrations where space is valuable. The government has approved this request with the understanding that the yard will ensure that adequate support is provided so as to minimize the potential for leaks. SIO and WHOI are in agreement on using the copper-ion anti-fouling system for three sea chests and possibly the BT water side (inlets). For the BT, the copper-ion system should be sized for when the BT is secured when marine growth is more likely to occur due to little or no flow. On the Sally Ride, a majority of the side and bottom shell plating has been fitted. The skeg and stern tunnel thruster foundation fabrication has begun. Progress continues at a good pace on the Pilot House. All bulkheads are up and the forward overhead has been fitted. Lessons learned from Neil Armstrong are being put to good use.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 30, 2013
- Accession Number
- ADA583614
Entities
People
- Paul D. Bueren
Organizations
- Scripps Institution of Oceanography