Variable draft oil/debris skimming vessel

Details Variable draft oil/debris skimming vessel Variable draft oil/debris skimming vessel

1990-07-30

1991-08-27

Silverman, Stanley S.

Liquid purification or separation

With movable support

Float

210923, E02B 1504

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050430653

ABSTRACT:
A longitudinal oil, debris and water receiving main compartment has a forward inlet associated with a float operated skimmer. The vessel has buoyancy compartments that control operation of the vessel either at a deep draft skimming level or a shallow draft skimming level. These controllable buoyancy compartments also include controls for stabilizing the vehicle in the water. The vessel has a forward boom that adjusts to either the deep draft or shallow skimming modes. The vessels also has a collecting bail for debris and removal thereof.

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