Hydrodynamic Analysis of the Performance of a Moored Hemispherical Fast Water Buoy.

摘要

This report describes in detail the development of a predictive technique for determining the optimum mooring attachment point for a hemispherical buoy in a swift-running river current. Representative analyses, which were performed to demonstrate the utility of the technique for observing trends and, in general, to give the user a feel for the impact of specific design parameters on the performance of such buoys, are included also. Finally, the authors offer conclusions and recommendations for follow-on work, particularly an expanded testing program which would yield more refined hydrodynamic data and, consequently, more accurate performance predictions. (Author)