Design of a Hydrodynamic Profile for an Unmanned Underwater Device Using Numerical Simulation

Axl Tocón, Cristian Vásquez, Leonardo Vinces

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Abstract

The present work proposes the design of a hydrodynamic profile for unmanned submarine devices through numerical simulation, thus facilitating experimental studies and reducing manufacturing costs. Design and manufacturing aspects of different authors were studied to establish a highly maneuverable vehicle, capable of moving in the horizontal and vertical plane. For this reason, the final design proposes hydrodynamic profiles in the bow and stern using the “Myring” equations. It also has cross-shaped hydrodynamic fins located in the bow, which will help reduce the drag coefficient. Therefore, this work aims to study and analyze the hydrodynamic characteristics of the submarine using the ANSYS Fluent software. Likewise, the drag coefficient will be analyzed for different operating speeds, in order to know what is the maximum drag force that should be overcome to move at that speed. Finally, it was observed that the results obtained from the simulations are values quite similar to those obtained through hydrodynamic formulas or experimental tests.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the 7th Brazilian Technology Symposium, BTSym 2021 - Emerging Trends in Systems Engineering Mathematics and Physical Sciences
EditorsYuzo Iano, Osamu Saotome, Guillermo Leopoldo Kemper Vásquez, Claudia Cotrim Pezzuto, Rangel Arthur, Gabriel Gomes de Oliveira
PublisherSpringer Science and Business Media Deutschland GmbH
Pages488-496
Number of pages9
ISBN (Print)9783031085444
DOIs
StatePublished - 2022
Event7th Brazilian Technology Symposium, BTSym 2021 - Virtual, Online
Duration: 8 Nov 202110 Nov 2021

Publication series

NameSmart Innovation, Systems and Technologies
Volume295 SIST
ISSN (Print)2190-3018
ISSN (Electronic)2190-3026

Conference

Conference7th Brazilian Technology Symposium, BTSym 2021
CityVirtual, Online
Period8/11/2110/11/21

Keywords

  • ANSYS Fluent
  • AUV
  • Drag coefficient
  • Numerical simulation

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