Difference between revisions of "ExternalTrussWithBalanceSpar"

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* Balance spar ensures we have some differential buoyancy based on height, for stability.
 
* Balance spar ensures we have some differential buoyancy based on height, for stability.
 
* Uses [[HangingBallast]]
 
* Uses [[HangingBallast]]
* Will probably want a [[http://wiki.seasteading.org/index.php/LightTopHull]]
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* Will probably want a [[LightTopHull]]
 
* Depending on platform shape, can be [[FractalTiling]]
 
* Depending on platform shape, can be [[FractalTiling]]
 
* Lower hull can be used for [[EntrainedSeawater]]
 
* Lower hull can be used for [[EntrainedSeawater]]

Revision as of 23:49, 1 June 2008

Description

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2193/2543246368_f0d573dc26_t.jpg (from http://flickr.com/photos/27160491@N06/2543246368/)

Detail

  • External truss is a minimal-waterline way to provide support.
  • Balance spar ensures we have some differential buoyancy based on height, for stability.
  • Uses HangingBallast
  • Will probably want a LightTopHull
  • Depending on platform shape, can be FractalTiling
  • Lower hull can be used for EntrainedSeawater
  • Balance spar also provides access to waterline for cargo, moon pool, etc.

Requirements Analysis

We will compare this to the Dumbbell, since it is very similar.

  • Safety - Truss support may be stronger than a single spar.
  • Comfort - Almost all space is on top platform, which means it is in the sun, which is nice.
  • Cost - Truss support may be cheaper than a single spar.
  • Cargo - Bringing cargo into external strut area may make it easier to hoist.