Evaluation of the Tekna DV-3X and MIL-UNIT MOD S-5100 Diver Propulsion Vehicle.

Abstract

NEDU conducted an evaluation of the Tekna DV-3X and MIL-UNIT MOD S-5100. Static battery duration tests, open water/time distance trials, battery offgassing tests, and unmanned pressure tests were conducted. Both models were found to provide acceptable performance to a maximum depth of 130 FSW and are recommended for Authorized for Navy use (ANU) status. Approximate run times and speeds on propeller pitch setting 9 was one hour at 1.6 knots. Reducing the propeller pitch setting will provide longer run times, longer distances, and reduced speeds.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1987
Accession Number
ADA186589

Entities

People

  • Clark G. Presswood
  • David F. Godshall

Organizations

  • United States Navy Experimental Diving Unit

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Autonomy
  • Energy and Power Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Cold Water
  • Construction
  • Depth Indicators
  • Divers
  • Diving
  • Diving Equipment
  • Electric Motors
  • Failure Mode And Effect Analysis
  • Ferrites
  • Fresh Water
  • Gases
  • Hydrogen
  • Open Water
  • Static Tests
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Test Sets
  • Urban Areas

Readers

  • Marine Hydrodynamics
  • Materials Science

Technology Areas

  • Autonomy