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Analysis of Overseas Vessel Transits into the Great Lakes and Resultant Distribution of Ballast Water
(University of Michigan, 1996-10-01)
The introduction of nonindigenous species into the Great Lakes has caused grave economic and ecological damages to the entire region. It is thought that a primary vector for release of threatening species arises from the ...
A Brief Survey on Dredges
(University of Michigan, 1972-10-01)
Presented to Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers, Canadian Maritime Section, Saint John, New Brunswick, January 28, 1971.&&This paper is intended to familiarize the reader with the different types of dredges, ...
Evaluation of Advanced Turbulence Models for High-Reynolds Number External Flow
(2015-01-20)
In this report several modern turbulence modeling techniques with applications to high-Reynolds number external flow are critically evaluated. Fully developed turbulent channel flow and the flow past the Ahmed body with a ...
Interactive Midship Section Analysis Program Utilizing Both Graphics and Digitizer Input - SPIRAL Module Midship - Users Manual
(University of Michigan, 1979-06-01)
This module will analyze the structural midship section of a vessel once the user has inputed all flat and curved plate sections along with all longitudinal stiffners. Input is done by utilizing the graphics terminal and/or ...
An Experimental Study for Slamming Flow and Green Water on Deck Final Report
(University of Michigan, 1994-08-01)
The results of an experimental investigation on large-amplitude oscillations of an axisymmetric flared body in a free surface are presented here, the goal being to generate sets of quality experimental data, e.g. time~history ...
Shallow-Water Performance of a Planing Boat
(University of Michigan, 1969-04-01)
The results of a planing-boat model resistance test program conducted at four different water depths, including deep water, and three locations of LCG are presented. The sensitivity of the resistance of a planing boat to ...
Cost Estimating - Ship Design and Construction
(University of Michigan, 1970-07-01)
Prepared for The University of Michigan's Engineering Summer Conference on Economics in Ship Design, June 8-12, 1970, Ann Arbor, Michigan.&&The shipbuilder has to be involved in cost effectiveness studies because he needs ...
Great Lakes Winter Navigation -- Technical and Economic Analyses. Vol. IV: Strengthening of Steel Plates Using Ferrocement and Reinforced Concrete
(University of Michigan, 1974-06-01)
To determine the applicability of using ferrocement and reinforced concrete for ice strengthening ship hulls, thirty_four composite beams were constructed and tested. Beams were made of 1/4-inch steel plate reinforced with ...