Lightweight propulsion systems for advanced naval ship applications. Part II. Conceptual design and reliability analysis. Annual technical report

Technical Report · Wed Nov 01 00:00:00 EST 1978

OSTI ID:5622012

Kuo, S C; Horton, T L.O.; Shu, H; Deane, C W; Fisher, E R

This report presents the results of conceptual design studies and reliability analyses as part of a comprehensive study program to evaluate the technological and economic feasibility of utilizing open- and closed-cycle gas turbines integrated with fossil or nuclear heat sources for providing advanced lightweight propulsion power for future Navy capital ship applications. The level of technology considered is that judged by the Contractor to be available during the 1990's.

• Research Organization: United Technologies Research Center, East Hartford, CT (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: N00014-77-C-0735
• OSTI ID: 5622012
• Report Number(s): AD-A-062746
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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