Publikationsdatum:
2021-07-14
Beschreibung:
A coracle 1.5m (LOA) was designed and constructed using hardwood for the frame work and plywood for the base and side covering. It is oval in shape and after construction its light displacement was 24kg and with a dead weight (capacity) of I40kg (2 persons) with a cost estimate of N11,500. (US$83) When placed on water, it floated at a draft of 4.2cm and easily maneuvered by propelling with a paddle. The craft is characterized by light weight, portability, and ability to float at shallow draft. It could be used on shallow water body like ponds for aquaculture thereby increasing fish production.
Beschreibung:
Includes:- 2 tables.;1 fig.;4 plates.;6 refs.
Schlagwort(e):
Fisheries
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Engineering
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Nigeria
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New Bussa
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Boat construction
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freshwater environment
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Boats
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Construction
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Surface craft
Repository-Name:
AquaDocs
Materialart:
conference_item
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Format:
application/pdf
Format:
application/pdf
Format:
80-83
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