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This surface operations evaluation involves the design, fabrication, outfitting and testing of a 1:15 scale free-running model of the Canadian Victoria-class submarine. Researchers are measuring and recording model motions, position, speed, relative motions, water and wave elevation, and propeller revolutions, in both regular and irregular wave conditions. The long-term objective is to improve the safety of submarine operations, while in the short term helping to define the performance envelope while surfaced. NRC conducts a wide range of evaluations for the Department of National Defence, from the hydrodynamics of navy divers to frigate fuel consumption.
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