Bearing system parameter optimization of the amphibian air-cushion vehicles
Authors: Naumov V.N., Menshikov A.S., Kudryavtsev A.S., Dolgopolov А.А., Merzlikin Yu.Yu.
Published in issue: #11(35)/2014
DOI: 10.18698/2308-6033-2014-11-1299
Category: Engineering | Chapter: Transport systems
The article presents results of static and towage tests in experimental pool on solid and water surfaces of a dynamic similar model of amphibian air-cushion vehicle. The aim of the tests was the search for optimal parameters of air-cushion vehicle, such as: form of flexible fence; air flow rate in air-cushion system; centring (mutual position of gravity and pressure centres); trim and list stability on water and solid surfaces; minimized motion resistance. This aim is to be achieved without dividing air cushion area on long and cross sections. It reduces labour-intensiveness of maintenance work. As a result of research the aim was achieved.
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