An Inexpensive Two-Component Force Balance for Towing Tanks and Flumes,
Abstract
This paper describes the design, calibration and testing of an inexpensive, yet accurate two component dynamometer. The force balance was designed to measure drag and side forces, and to allow for pitch and heave motions. Testing of the dynamometer was carried out using a 1/6-scale model of the 5.5 meter sailing yacht Antiope. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 1983
- Accession Number
- ADP003835
Entities
People
- David F. Brown
- T. Kowalski
Organizations
- University of Rhode Island