Accession Number:

ADA011803

Title:

Feasibility Study of Helicopter-Towed Air Custion Logistic Vehicles

Descriptive Note:

Final rept. 31 Mar-30 Jun 1975

Corporate Author:

MAR INC ROCKVILLE MD

Personal Author(s):

• Neradka, V. F.
• Stevens, J. C.
• Levin, R. L.

Report Date:

1975-06-01

Pagination or Media Count:

68.0

Abstract:

A feasibility study of a helicopter-towed air cushion logistic vehicle ACLV was performed. The scope of the study encompassed movement of loaded LASH system lighters on unmanned air-cushion platforms from an off-shore ship onto a sand beach in support of amphibious assault operations. Motive power is to be provided by towing with RH-53 helicopter. Color illustrations reproduced in black and white.

Descriptors:

• *AMPHIBIOUS OPERATIONS
• *LOGISTICS SUPPORT
• *LIGHTERS(BOATS)
• *AIR CUSHION VEHICLES
• DRAG
• LIFT
• CARGO SHIPS
• TOWED VEHICLES
• HYDRODYNAMIC CONFIGURATIONS
• PLATFORMS
• COST ESTIMATES
• PERFORMANCE(ENGINEERING)
• STABILITY
• DYNAMIC LOADS

Subject Categories:

• Surface Effect Vehicles and Amphibious Vehicles
• Military Operations, Strategy and Tactics

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE