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An analysis of amphibious cargo barge systems. Final report

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:7217006

The report given summarizes a study of several towed cargo barge systems. Cargo movement performance is determined for systems containing displacement, planing hull, hydrofoil and air cushion barges towed by displacement craft, air cushion craft or helicopters. The utility of these towed systems is assessed in amphibious and replenishment operations.

Research Organization:
Presearch, Inc., Silver Spring, MD (USA)
OSTI ID:
7217006
Report Number(s):
AD-893177; PI-TR-196
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English