Hydrodynamics and flow field of a 6:1 prolate spheroid in maneuvering state: Numerical simulation and experimental investigation

• Published in: Physics of fluids (1994) Vol. 37; no. 6
• Main Authors: Guo, Chun-yu, Gao, Ming-chen, Wang, Shi-min, Wang, Chao, Han, Yang
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Melville American Institute of Physics 01.06.2025
• Subjects: Amplitudes; Correlation; Coupling; Dynamic pressure; Dynamic response; Flow separation; Fluid flow; Maneuverability; Motion effects; Prolate spheroids; Quadratures; Shock loads; Synchronism; Underwater vehicles; Yaw

To address the critical issue of hydrodynamic and flow field dynamic response in predicting the maneuverability of underwater vehicles, a hydrodynamic analysis method for maneuvering motion is developed, utilizing numerical simulation and comparison with towed pool tests, focusing on a 6:1 prolate s...