Design of a model mount for near-surface submarine experiments

Submarines operate in multiple environments making them very complicated to experiment with and gather accurate data. One of the most complex areas of operation for a submarine is on, or near, the surface of the water. The unique physical phenomena created by waves and the air/water interface make physical experiments very complex to run and evaluate, due to the current techniques used to hold the submarine models in place.

Using a minimally invasive wire suspension mount will allow researchers to gain significant insight on the way a submarine reacts to different inputs in this environment. The size of the wires nearly eliminates any interference with the fluid, due to the mounting mechanism, while still maintaining appropriate control of the model. This provides the ability get accurate data on how a submarine may react in various situations and how engineers can better design them to handle any potential situations they may encounter.