Virtual Globetrotting: Sea - Military - Experimental http://virtualglobetrotting.com/ A great way to explore everything that can be seen from space! en-us Copyright 2009 admin@virtualglobetrotting.com (Nic) admin@virtualglobetrotting.com (Nic) Sun, 19 Apr 2009 05:57:51 -0700 http://backend.userland.com/rss <![CDATA[U.S. Navy SEALAB-1 at Museum Of Man In The Sea]]> U.S. Navy SEALAB-1 at Museum Of Man In The Sea
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@ 2009-04-19 05:57:51


SEALAB I was lowered off the coast of Bermuda in 1964 to a depth of 58 m (192 feet of seawater (fsw)) below the sea's surface. It was constructed from two converted floats and held in place with axles from railroad cars. The experiment involved four divers (LCDR Robert Thompson, MC; Gunners Mate First Class Lester Anderson, Chief Quartermaster Robert A. Barth, and Chief Hospital Corpsman Sanders Manning), who were to stay submerged for three weeks. The experiment was halted after 11 days due to an approaching tropical storm.
SEALAB I was commanded by Captain George F. Bond, also called "Poppa Topside", who was key in developing theories about saturation diving.
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SEALAB I was lowered off the coast of Bermuda in 1964 to a depth of 58 m (192 feet of seawater (fsw)) below the sea's surface. It was constructed from two converted floats and held in place with axles from railroad cars. The experiment involved four divers (LCDR Robert Thompson, MC; Gunners Mate First Class Lester Anderson, Chief Quartermaster Robert A. Barth, and Chief Hospital Corpsman Sanders Manning), who were to stay submerged for three weeks. The experiment was halted after 11 days due to an approaching tropical storm.
SEALAB I was commanded by Captain George F. Bond, also called "Poppa Topside", who was key in developing theories about saturation diving.
]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/u-s-navy-sealab-1-at-museum-of-man-in-the-sea/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/u-s-navy-sealab-1-at-museum-of-man-in-the-sea/ Sun, 19 Apr 2009 05:57:51 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/u-s-navy-sealab-1-at-museum-of-man-in-the-sea/ 30.23224000 -85.89359200 <![CDATA[HMS Visby class stealth ship]]> HMS Visby class stealth ship
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By: neotrix
@ 2009-03-09 14:22:55]]> HMS Visby class stealth ship
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HMS Visby class stealth ship
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By: neotrix
@ 2009-03-09 14:22:55]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/hms-visby-class-stealth-ship/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/hms-visby-class-stealth-ship/ Mon, 09 Mar 2009 14:22:55 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/hms-visby-class-stealth-ship/ 56.15986700 15.57654800 <![CDATA[Possible M80 Stiletto Prototype]]> Possible M80 Stiletto Prototype
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Possible M80 Stiletto Prototype
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By: kkeps
@ 2009-03-06 14:18:19
This may be a prototype of the M80 Stileto which is being developed here along these docks. The length (88 feet) is almost exactly the same. Perhaps wihout the carbon fiber shell. "Looking like a cross between the Batmobile and a hovercraft, the M80 stiletto is composed of a carbon fiber composite that is both very light and strong. The 88-foot-long vessel, designed by San Diego’s M Ship Co., also features the company’s patented M-shaped hull, which provides for a fast and stable platform for mounting electronic surveillance equipment or weapons or for conducting special operations."]]> Possible M80 Stiletto Prototype
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@ 2009-03-06 14:18:19
This may be a prototype of the M80 Stileto which is being developed here along these docks. The length (88 feet) is almost exactly the same. Perhaps wihout the carbon fiber shell. "Looking like a cross between the Batmobile and a hovercraft, the M80 stiletto is composed of a carbon fiber composite that is both very light and strong. The 88-foot-long vessel, designed by San Diego’s M Ship Co., also features the company’s patented M-shaped hull, which provides for a fast and stable platform for mounting electronic surveillance equipment or weapons or for conducting special operations."]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/possible-m80-stiletto-prototype/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/possible-m80-stiletto-prototype/ Fri, 06 Mar 2009 14:18:19 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/possible-m80-stiletto-prototype/ 32.65771200 -117.11776200 <![CDATA[IX-515 Sea Flyer prototype]]> IX-515 Sea Flyer prototype
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By: mlc1us
@ 2009-03-06 14:09:22]]> IX-515 Sea Flyer prototype
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IX-515 Sea Flyer prototype
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@ 2009-03-06 14:09:22]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ix-515-sea-flyer-prototype/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ix-515-sea-flyer-prototype/ Fri, 06 Mar 2009 14:09:22 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/ix-515-sea-flyer-prototype/ 21.31705700 -157.88318000 <![CDATA[HMB-1 & Sea Shadow (IX-529)]]> HMB-1 & Sea Shadow (IX-529)
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HMB-1 & Sea Shadow (IX-529)
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-07-12 13:27:26
to time only in GE]]> HMB-1 & Sea Shadow (IX-529)
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HMB-1 & Sea Shadow (IX-529)
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@ 2008-07-12 13:27:26
to time only in GE]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/hmb-1-sea-shadow-ix-529/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/hmb-1-sea-shadow-ix-529/ Sat, 12 Jul 2008 13:27:26 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/hmb-1-sea-shadow-ix-529/ 38.06946100 -122.10106000 <![CDATA[USN experimental Small water area vessel 'Sea Slice']]> USN experimental Small water area vessel 'Sea Slice'
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USN experimental Small water area vessel 'Sea Slice'
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@ 2008-07-12 01:10:36
SLICE is a new, patented ship technology that enables SWATH (small waterplane area twin hull) ships to operate at higher speeds while retaining their characteristic low motions in a seaway. SLICE technology's key innovation is reduction of wavemaking drag, which is accomplished by the introduction of four short struts, four teardrop-shaped submerged hulls, and speeds well beyond the 'hump' on the Froude resistance curve. Combining increased speed with stability in high seas, SLICE opens up new commercial and military markets to SWATH technology. ]]> USN experimental Small water area vessel 'Sea Slice'
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USN experimental Small water area vessel 'Sea Slice'
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@ 2008-07-12 01:10:36
SLICE is a new, patented ship technology that enables SWATH (small waterplane area twin hull) ships to operate at higher speeds while retaining their characteristic low motions in a seaway. SLICE technology's key innovation is reduction of wavemaking drag, which is accomplished by the introduction of four short struts, four teardrop-shaped submerged hulls, and speeds well beyond the 'hump' on the Froude resistance curve. Combining increased speed with stability in high seas, SLICE opens up new commercial and military markets to SWATH technology. ]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/usn-experimental-small-water-area-vessel-sea-slice/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/usn-experimental-small-water-area-vessel-sea-slice/ Sat, 12 Jul 2008 01:10:36 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/usn-experimental-small-water-area-vessel-sea-slice/ 32.69012100 -117.14383500 <![CDATA[HMS Smyge (Swedish stealth ship)]]> HMS Smyge (Swedish stealth ship)
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HMS Smyge (Swedish stealth ship)
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-03-08 13:06:53]]> HMS Smyge (Swedish stealth ship)
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HMS Smyge (Swedish stealth ship)
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By: Rene73
@ 2008-03-08 13:06:53]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/hms-smyge-swedish-stealth-ship/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/hms-smyge-swedish-stealth-ship/ Sat, 08 Mar 2008 13:06:53 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/hms-smyge-swedish-stealth-ship/ 56.15068242 15.58958348 <![CDATA[Aeria, the (former East German Spy ship)]]> Aeria, the (former East German Spy ship)
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Aeria, the (former East German Spy ship)
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By: Accagas
@ 2008-02-18 13:24:57
Some kind of weird ship in port of Turku, Finland.]]> Aeria, the (former East German Spy ship)
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Aeria, the (former East German Spy ship)
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By: Accagas
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Some kind of weird ship in port of Turku, Finland.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/aeria-the-former-east-german-spy-ship/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/aeria-the-former-east-german-spy-ship/ Mon, 18 Feb 2008 13:24:57 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/aeria-the-former-east-german-spy-ship/ 60.44232768 22.15237454 <![CDATA[Secret Royal Marine stealth boat]]> Secret Royal Marine stealth boat
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By: kjfitz
@ 2007-10-27 15:40:02
This new secret superboat is the latest British weapon to help fight the war on terror.

The stealth boat, to be used by the Royal Marines, is thought to be capable of reaching speeds of about 70mph.

The vessel will be used in various roles including the insertion of troops in enemy territory and the hunting of drugs smugglers.

It is believed to have been designed and built by VT Halmatic, based in Portsmouth, Hants, as a replacement for two boats currently used by the elite SBS.

Experts believe the dull-grey boat will have been designed using stealth technology to help it avoid radar detection. ]]> Secret Royal Marine stealth boat
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By: kjfitz
@ 2007-10-27 15:40:02
This new secret superboat is the latest British weapon to help fight the war on terror.

The stealth boat, to be used by the Royal Marines, is thought to be capable of reaching speeds of about 70mph.

The vessel will be used in various roles including the insertion of troops in enemy territory and the hunting of drugs smugglers.

It is believed to have been designed and built by VT Halmatic, based in Portsmouth, Hants, as a replacement for two boats currently used by the elite SBS.

Experts believe the dull-grey boat will have been designed using stealth technology to help it avoid radar detection. ]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/secret-royal-marine-stealth-boat/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/secret-royal-marine-stealth-boat/ Sat, 27 Oct 2007 15:40:02 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/secret-royal-marine-stealth-boat/ 50.71210800 -2.02171000 <![CDATA[Navy Sea Fighter (FSF-1) - Littoral Surface Craft-Experimental]]> Navy Sea Fighter (FSF-1) - Littoral Surface Craft-Experimental
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Navy Sea Fighter (FSF-1) - Littoral Surface Craft-Experimental
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By: kjfitz
@ 2007-05-10 15:04:13
This high-speed, experimental vessel will test a variety of technologies that will allow the Navy to operate more effectively in littoral, or near-shore, waters.

Sea Fighter will be used to evaluate the hydrodynamic performance, structural behavior, mission flexibility, and propulsion system efficiency of high-speed vessels, and will also serve as a test bed for developmental mission packages.

It will serve as a risk reduction, experimental vessel for the Littoral Combat Ship and Coast Guard’s Deepwater Program concept of operation development at sea.]]> Navy Sea Fighter (FSF-1) - Littoral Surface Craft-Experimental
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Navy Sea Fighter (FSF-1) - Littoral Surface Craft-Experimental
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@ 2007-05-10 15:04:13
This high-speed, experimental vessel will test a variety of technologies that will allow the Navy to operate more effectively in littoral, or near-shore, waters.

Sea Fighter will be used to evaluate the hydrodynamic performance, structural behavior, mission flexibility, and propulsion system efficiency of high-speed vessels, and will also serve as a test bed for developmental mission packages.

It will serve as a risk reduction, experimental vessel for the Littoral Combat Ship and Coast Guard’s Deepwater Program concept of operation development at sea.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/navy-sea-fighter-fsf-1-littoral-surface-craft-experimental/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/navy-sea-fighter-fsf-1-littoral-surface-craft-experimental/ Thu, 10 May 2007 15:04:13 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/navy-sea-fighter-fsf-1-littoral-surface-craft-experimental/ 47.97504900 -122.31792600 <![CDATA[FSF-1 'Sea Fighter']]> FSF-1 'Sea Fighter'
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FSF-1 'Sea Fighter'
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By: kjfitz
@ 2006-11-13 18:05:15
Sea Fighter is an experimental littoral surface combat vessel under development by the United States Navy.

The vessel is of a catamaran design capable of high speed and of operations on open ocean and in shallow waters. The vessel is being developed under the program title Littoral Surface Craft-Experimental (LSC(X)) with a hull type designation Fast Sea Frame. The first vessel has been assigned the hull number FSF 1 and also has been referred to as the X-Craft.]]> FSF-1 'Sea Fighter'
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FSF-1 'Sea Fighter'
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@ 2006-11-13 18:05:15
Sea Fighter is an experimental littoral surface combat vessel under development by the United States Navy.

The vessel is of a catamaran design capable of high speed and of operations on open ocean and in shallow waters. The vessel is being developed under the program title Littoral Surface Craft-Experimental (LSC(X)) with a hull type designation Fast Sea Frame. The first vessel has been assigned the hull number FSF 1 and also has been referred to as the X-Craft.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/fsf-1-sea-fighter/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/fsf-1-sea-fighter/ Mon, 13 Nov 2006 18:05:15 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/fsf-1-sea-fighter/ 32.68500300 -117.13155800 <![CDATA[Sea SLICE]]> Sea SLICE
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Sea SLICE
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@ 2006-07-07 18:58:12
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SLICE is a new, patented ship technology that enables SWATH (small waterplane area twin hull) ships to operate at higher speeds while retaining their characteristic low motions in a seaway. SLICE technology's key innovation is reduction of wavemaking drag, which is accomplished by the introduction of four short struts, four teardrop-shaped submerged hulls, and speeds well beyond the 'hump' on the Froude resistance curve. Combining increased speed with stability in high seas, SLICE opens up new commercial and military markets to SWATH technology.]]> Sea SLICE
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SLICE is a new, patented ship technology that enables SWATH (small waterplane area twin hull) ships to operate at higher speeds while retaining their characteristic low motions in a seaway. SLICE technology's key innovation is reduction of wavemaking drag, which is accomplished by the introduction of four short struts, four teardrop-shaped submerged hulls, and speeds well beyond the 'hump' on the Froude resistance curve. Combining increased speed with stability in high seas, SLICE opens up new commercial and military markets to SWATH technology.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sea-slice/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sea-slice/ Fri, 07 Jul 2006 18:58:12 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/sea-slice/ 32.69101100 -117.14608000