ANVCE LSES Design Summary ("Far Term")
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ANVCE (Advanced Naval Vehicles Concept Evaluation) LSES Design Summary Report ("Far Term") 14 Jan 77 (0121)

The ANCVE program includes development of two 3000-ton SES point designs, "near term" (1980) and "far term" (1990). The point designs will be utilized to establish cost effectiveness, comparisons, risk assessments, and military worth. This report presents the results of the "far-term" design. It describes the Bell 1990 3000-ton LSES propelled by waterjets. The report is presented in three major parts: (1) the ship principal characteristics, including general arrangement drawings; (2) ship performance, including thrust, drag, and power; maneuvering; range; stability; form; ride quality; and manning; and (3) ship subsystem descriptions, including structures, propulsion, lift and ride control, electrical power, command and surveillance, auxiliary, outfit and furnishings, and combat systems. Special subjects include acoustic signature, human factors engineering, and system safety. An LSES risk assessment is also provided. A propeller alternate is described.