AKS REPLENISHMENT CAPABILITY. DETERMINATION OF MATERIALS HANDLING REQUIREMENTS OF THE USS ALTAIR (AKS-32) FOR UNDERWAY REPLENISHMENT OPERATIONS,

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Abstract:

Cargo handling operations aboard the AKS type ship are a vital factor influencing schedule making and the overall performance of the ship in underway replenishment. In view of the magnitude and multiplicity of the problems involved in cargo handling aboard AKS ships, the implementation of improved materials handling devices and techniques was a logical and necessary subject to be explored. An analysis was made of the prevailing conditions reported by the USS ALTAIR AKS-32 by an operational survey aboard that ship during an underway replenishment operation in Mediterranean waters. The results obtained from this survey showed a definite need for improved materials handling devices and mechanized equipment, and established the overall requirements for the types and quantities required by the ALTAIR. Author

Author(s):
Toscano, Michael
Author Organization(s):
NAVAL SUPPLY RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT FACILITY BAYONNE N J
Pagination:
0051

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

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Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
NAVSUPRANDFA-2.10543-1
Project Number(s):
NT003-007(m)
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_4_Logistics; JCA_4.2.4_Assess Global Requirements Resources Capabilities and Risks
Communities of Interest:
Ground and Sea Platforms
Descriptor(s):
(*CARGO SHIPS, *HANDLING), LOGISTICS, SHIPBOARD, CARGO, HOISTS, FORKLIFT VEHICLES, DOLLIES, PALLETS, STORAGE, EFFICIENCY
Field(s)/Group(s):
Construction Equipment, Materials and Supplies, Marine Engineering
Report Date:
1956 Nov 01