Deep water TOwing tank
The Deep Water Towing Tank (252 x 10.5 x 5.5 m) is used to optimise resistance and propulsion characteristics of ship designs. To provide insight into the possible improvements in performance this facility has the features to measure various wave and flow patterns. In addition to the standard resistance and propulsion tests the rudder or pod angle, pod position and propeller rotation direction can be optimised.
model size range
This tank is particularly equipped for models with a length of 1.5 - 14 m. The carriage speed range is 0 - 9 m/s for models of ≤ 4000 kg, and 0 - 4 m/s for models ≤ 12000 kg,
Test capabilities
- Resistance and (quasi-steady) self-propulsion tests in calm water
- Open water tests of various types of propulsor (open or ducted propeller, thruster, pod, etc.)
- 3-D wake surveys
- Measurement of hydrodynamic forces and moments on submerged bodies, foils etc.
- Steady or unsteady propeller blade force measurements
- Flow observation tests by 3D Particle Image Velocimetry (3DPIV), paint or tufts
- Longitudinal wave cut experiments
Contact
Jan de Boer
senior project manager intern | team leader
Deep water towing tank
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Deep Water Towing Tank