Project Abstract

Our specific task was to optimize the oscillating hydrofoil propulsion system for the human-powered submarine.  Specific results of this project were:

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Design of connecting links between two hydrofoil sets
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Manufacture of connecting links
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Design of boundary conditions for hydrofoil system
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Manufacture of boundary conditions
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Test and installation of propulsion system
 

Past Work

The University of Maine’s Mechanical Engineering Department has been working since the Fall of 2001 on a submarine for a national student competition.  Design groups from previous years have purchased two MirageDrives from Hobie, a kayaking outfitter.  Each drive consists of two pedal-powered oscillating hydrofoils. This group’s focus is to efficiently link the two sets together and effectively bind them to the hull of the submarine.    more...

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