[PSUBS-MAILIST] Hull material

[Robert Ossian <rob_neptune@yahoo.com>]

I am in the very early process of designing a sub that
will have a maximum depth of about 200-250 feet and
have been wondering if there are any experienced
opinions about using composite materials (enhanced
fiberglass) as a hull material?  The obvious benefits
are that it could be custom moulded to my
designs/shapes and of course rust-proof.

I have thought about using Aluminum, but the inherent
weight and the fact that Aluminum would be
(relatively) more expensive, I am looking to explore
alternative materials (any suggestions are welcome).

Any thoughts?
 


		
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