Modelling of Submerged Cable Dynamics

Abstract

Results from a series of simulated submerged cable maneuvers are presented. The simulations are obtained using a three-dimensional, finite- segment model of the cable. The model, called UCIN-CABLE, consists of a series of pin connected rigid rods. Fluid drag, inertia, and buoyancy forces are included. Two types of simulation are presented: buoy release and anchor drop. The results compare favorably with experimental data and with data obtained from finite-element modelling.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1983
Accession Number
ADA132495

Entities

People

  • James W. Kamman
  • Ronald L. Huston

Organizations

  • University of Cincinnati

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Advanced Electronics

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Buoyancy
  • Civil Engineering
  • Coefficients
  • Diameters
  • Dynamics
  • Engineering
  • Equations
  • Experimental Data
  • Fluid Flow
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Maneuvers
  • Mechanical Properties
  • Mechanics
  • Military Research
  • Reynolds Number
  • Simulations
  • Validation

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

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