Interceptor hydrodynamic analysis for handling trim control problems in the high-speed crafts

Abstract

In this study, the effects of hydrodynamic interceptors on fast crafts are investigated to find their optimum geometrical characteristics based on numerical methods. Interceptors are vertical blades installed symmetrically at the aft of the craft. They are designed either fixed or variable. In variable mode, interceptors’ heights are adjusted by various mechanisms. They also cause changes in pressure disruption around the craft and especially at the end of the hull. The pressure variations have an effect on draft height and lifting forces which directly results in a better control of trim. Using the computational fluid dynamics, the pressure distribution around the hull and its effects on trim are computed and then discussed. The Reynolds Average Navier–Stokes equations are also applied to model the flow around the fixed flat and wedge craft with an interceptor at different heights. The model is analysed based on finite volume method and SIMPLE algorithm using dynamic mesh. The results show that the interceptor causes an intense pressure rate in its contact point. It also decreases the wet surface of the craft and drag forces coefficient. At last, they lead to a better control of trim. The height of interceptor has an important effect on its efficiency and it should be selected according to the speed of the craft.

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planing craft interceptor trim control pressure distribution wave pattern computational fluid dynamics

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