Abstract
The design concept of a prototype underwater glider "Tsukuyomi" for virtual mooring is described. It uses a buoyancy engine for propulsion as it ascends and descends between the seafloor and the ocean surface to monitor the underwater environment. Its maximum operating depth is 3,000 m. It can sleep for a fixed time on seafloor to extend the observation period. We have already conducted towing-tank tests using a half-sized model to evaluate its hydrodynamic characteristics.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | OCEANS 2011 IEEE - Spain |
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Publication status | Published - Sep 23 2011 |
Event | OCEANS 2011 IEEE - Spain - Santander, Spain Duration: Jun 6 2011 → Jun 9 2011 |
Other
Other | OCEANS 2011 IEEE - Spain |
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Country/Territory | Spain |
City | Santander |
Period | 6/6/11 → 6/9/11 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Ocean Engineering