SLOCUM: an underwater glider propelled by environmental energy |
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| Authors: | Webb DC Simonetti PJ Jones CP |
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| Institution: | Webb Res. Corp., East Falmouth, MA; |
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| Abstract: | SLOCUM is a small gliding AUV of 40 000-km operational range which harvests its propulsive energy from the heat flow between the vehicle engine and the thermal gradient of the temperate and tropical ocean. The design of both the glider and the thermal engine are discussed including the design genesis and approach, field trial results, concept strength, and limitations and potential use |
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