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Preliminary study of ground handling characteristics of Buoyant Quad Rotor (BQR) vehiclesA preliminary investigation of mooring concepts appropriate for heavy lift buoyant quad rotor (BQR) vehicles was performed. A review of the evolution of ground handling systems and procedures for all airship types is presented to ensure that appropriate consideration is given to past experiences. Two buoyant quad rotor designs are identified and described. An analysis of wind loads on a moored airship and the effects of these loads on vehicle design is provided. Four mooring concepts are assessed with respect to the airship design, wind loads and mooring site considerations. Basing requirements and applicability of expeditionary mooring at various operational scenarios are addressed.
Document ID
19820018344
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Contractor Report (CR)
Authors
Browning, R. G. E.
(Goodyear Aerospace Corp. Akron, OH, United States)
Date Acquired
September 4, 2013
Publication Date
July 1, 1980
Subject Category
Aeronautics (General)
Report/Patent Number
NAS 1.26:166130
NASA-CR-166130
Accession Number
82N26220
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAS2-10448
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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