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The SKMR-1 Research Hydroskimmer Program
Capt. R. E. Stark, Lt. J. R. Gauthey
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Abstract
The Bureau of Ships is actively engaged in a research and development program aimed at producing large ocean-going craft incorporating the air cushion vehicle principle. The SKMR-1, a 25 ton research hydroskimmer, is a significant part of this overall program. The mission of the SKMR-1 is twofold: to provide a research and development craft capable of determining specification requirements for future designs, and to evaluate the concept for military use. The SKMR-1 design is described in detail. The progress of the craft is traced through the production phase. Finally, the extensive Bureau of Ships trial and demonstration program is discussed.