Re: [PSUBS-MAILIST] Finding this underwater: a different approach

["Captain Nemo" <vulcania@interpac.net>]

Pretty hard to beat mother nature at her own game, Shin.  Besides, props
work really well.

For that pool sub: search NIKKO at eBay and see if you don't come up with
something you like.

Pat


----- Original Message -----
From: "Mad Pirate Shin" <psub_only_temporary@hotmail.com>
To: <personal_submersibles@psubs.org>
Sent: Monday, July 09, 2001 11:04 PM
Subject: Re: [PSUBS-MAILIST] Finding this underwater: a different approach


> Hmmmmm... I was considering using 'tail' propulsion on a boat that can
dive
> to 100 feet to avoid unfriendly humans.  The idea that a 'tail' could be
> quieter and more efficient than a prop made me think it would be worth the
> investment in testing such a new design.  However, since the efficiency of
> 'tail' propulsion comes from the stability in its water disturbance trail
> (which MAY make it easier for those unfriendly humans to get you) I
suddenly
> wonder if the efficiency boost is worth the investment in research and a
> possible loss of stealth.  Ah well, I need to focus on my first 'swimming
> pool sub' at the moment.
>
>          Har Har Har
>             Shin
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