Development of a novel ice oil boom for flowing waters
The ice boom utilizes the ruddering principle, used by glance booms for the lumber industry. It consists of a sturdy body and a number of short fins or rudders. The angle between the boom and the fins is variable. The upstream end of the boom is tied to the shore. When the fins are gradually closed from the initially open position, the force of the current on the fins brings the boom gradually into the flow. The out-swung boom then prevents the ice floes from entering the area behind it and thus creates an ice-free area. Openings are provided in the boom for the oil slick to pass through. After the oil passes through the boom, it may be contained and recovered by conventional methods. Field experiments showed that deployment and manipulation of the boom could be carried out readily. The fins created a surface current that deflected oil simulant directly toward the shore.
- Research Organization:
- Environ. Can.
- OSTI ID:
- 6801936
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-7903164-
- Journal Information:
- Am. Pet. Inst., Publ.; (United States), Vol. 4308; Conference: Oil spill conference: prevention, behavior, control, cleanup, Los Angeles, CA, USA, 19 Mar 1979
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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OIL RETENTION BOOMS
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EQUIPMENT
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