Seakeeping Characteristics of a U.S. Coast Guard Medium Endurance Cutter (WMEC)

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Abstract:

Model experiments to determine the seakeeping characteristics of a United States Coast Guard Medium Endurance Cutter WMEC in head irregular seas are described. Response statistics and response amplitude operators necessary to assess helicopter operations are presented. Slamming and deck wetness are analyzed.

Author(s):
Watkins, R. M. ; Bales, N. K.
Author Organization(s):
DAVID W TAYLOR NAVAL SHIP RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER BETHESDA MD SHIP PERFORMANCE DEPT
Pagination:
0037

Security Markings

DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
SPD-674-05
Contract/Grant Number(s):
MIPR-Z-70099-6-62370
Monitor Series:
USCG
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_6.3.3_Spectrum Management; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_4_Logistics; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_1.2.7_Experimentation; JCA_6.3_Net Management
Communities of Interest:
Ground and Sea Platforms
Descriptor(s):
*HELICOPTERS, *ADVERSE CONDITIONS, *SEA STATES, *COAST GUARD SHIPS, *AIRCRAFT LANDINGS, *SHIP DECKS, SLAMMING, SEAKEEPING
Field(s)/Group(s):
Helicopters, Marine Engineering
Keyword(s):
COAST GUARD CUTTERS, SHIP DECKS WETNESS, IRREGULAR SEAS
Report Date:
1976 Aug 01