Free-Swimming Submersible Testbed (EAVE WEST).

Abstract

This report discusses the technology required to develop unmanned free-swimming submersibles to be used for inspecting undersea pipelines and structures. Of particular concern is the use of solid-state electronics and microprocessor technology. The philosophies concerning performance criteria, design flexibility, man/machine interface, and cost are discussed, and the vehicle's performance in these areas is evaluated. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 15, 1980
Accession Number
ADA096434

Entities

People

  • Paul J. Heckman Jr.

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Autonomy
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Sensors
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Cameras
  • Communication Channels
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Consoles
  • Control Systems
  • Dead Reckoning
  • Detection
  • Detectors
  • Measurement
  • Navigation
  • Photographs
  • Seabed
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Unmanned Vehicles

Readers

  • Facility/Structural Engineering.
  • Technical Research and Report Writing.
  • Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Autonomous Capabilities and Mission Reconnaissance.

Technology Areas

  • Autonomy
  • Microelectronics