Abstract / Description of output
Previous studies have demonstrated that added-mass variation can play a significant role on thrust generation. In this respect, a simplified mechanical system such as an aquatic shape-changing linear oscillator lends itself to this study because it allows to segregate the contribution of added-mass variation from other terms. We present the design of an experimental apparatus which highlights the capability of a deformable oscillator to drive sustained resonance by exploiting the thrust produced by shape-change alone. These results will have significant implications in aquatic propulsion and in the design of deformable, self-propelled underwater vehicles.
Original language | English |
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Publication status | Published - 1 Jun 2017 |
Event | OCEANS - Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre, Aberdeen, United Kingdom Duration: 19 Jun 2017 → 22 Jun 2017 http://aberdeen17.oceansconference.org/ |
Conference
Conference | OCEANS |
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Country/Territory | United Kingdom |
City | Aberdeen |
Period | 19/06/17 → 22/06/17 |
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