Algebraic equations give direct expressions for total weight and volume of vehicle in terms of performance requirements and component characteristics; equations for weight and volume influence coefficients of 15 design parameters are derived; optimum running speeds and ranges for stern chase vehicles determined for minimum propulsion system weight, total weight of propulsion system and associated shell, and propulsion system volume; calculations for shaft driven vehicles with electrical and thermal propulsion system.
Factors influencing size and weight of underwater vehicles
ARS -- J
ARS Journal ; 30 , n 12 ; p 1152-1160
1960
9 pages
Article (Journal)
English
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