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Gas turbine design ignites race for efficient naval power packs

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Diesel and other fuel turbines are slowly being replaced by the gas turbine in naval vessels because of its efficiency to reach full power in minutes and lower fuel consumption. Various combinations like gas and diesel, gas and electric propulsion, and gas and steam are being tried for bettedr performance and fuel efficiency.

Author: Henderson, Keith
Publisher: Jane's Information Group
Publication Name: Jane's International Defense Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0020-6512
Year: 2007
Petroleum Refineries, Petroleum refining, Diesel Oil, Use of energy, Usage, Energy use, Naval vessels, Diesel fuels, Gas-turbines, Gas turbines, Warships

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Of heroes and villains

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The capture and conviction of British spy John Andre, during the Revolutionary War, is described. Andre was in the service of General Benedict Arnold, but his story convinced at least one person, Major Benjamin Tallmadge, George Washington's chief of intelligence.

Author: Atkeson, Edward B.
Publisher: Association of the United States Army
Publication Name: Army
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0004-2455
Year: 2001
Cases, Investigations, Generals, United States history, Spies, Arnold, Benedict, Andre, John

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How to be an efficient SOB

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A humorous examination of military administration if presented. It is suggested that an officer implement all suggestions from a superior, while completely ignoring any suggestions from a subordinate.

Publisher: Association of the United States Army
Publication Name: Army
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0004-2455
Year: 2000
Humor and anecdotes, Military administration, Command of troops

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