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Tank Tests of Models of Floats for Single-float Seaplanes First Series.Large models of the Mark V and Mark VI floats used for single float seaplanes (National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA) models 41-A and 41-B, respectively) were tested in the NACA tank to provide general test data for typical single floats and a basis for possible improvements of their form. The resistance of model 41-B was greater than that of model 41-A, either when free to trim or at the best trim angle for each. The resistance of model 35-B (a pointed step hull tested free to trim) was less than either of the models at the hump speed, greater at intermediate planing speeds, and less at the speeds and loads near get-away, although the spray was generally worse owing to the absence of transverse flare. The results of the fixed-trim tests of model 41-A were cross plotted to obtain data at the angle for zero trimming moment and at the best trim angle. The trims assumed by models 41-A and 41-B, when tested free to trim, were found to be excessive at the hump speed. The corresponding trim of model 35-B was found to be approximately 3 degrees lower because of the lower angle of afterbody keel used in this model, and the maximum hump resistance was 15 percent lower.
Document ID
19930081276
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Other
Authors
Parkinson, J B
Date Acquired
September 6, 2013
Publication Date
April 1, 1936
Report/Patent Number
NACA-TN-563
Accession Number
93R10566
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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