Modelling and simulation of a biomimetic underwater vehicle

Watts, C. and McGookin, E. (2008) Modelling and simulation of a biomimetic underwater vehicle. In: Summer Simulation Multi-Conference 2008 - Grand Challenges in Modelling and Simulation, Edinburgh, UK, July 2008,

Abstract

This paper describes work carried out at the University of Glasgow investigating biomimetic fish-like propulsion systems for underwater vehicles. The development of a simple mathematical model is described for a biomimetic fish like vehicle which utilizes a tendon drive propulsion system. This model is then compared with a model of a vehicle of similar size but with a propeller for main propulsion. Simulation results for both models are shown and compared.

• Item Type: Conference Proceedings
• Keywords: Simulation, Mathematical Modelling, Biomimetics
• Status: Published
• Refereed: Yes
• Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: McGookin, Dr Euan
• Authors: Watts, C., and McGookin, E.
• Subjects: T Technology > T Technology (General); Q Science > QA Mathematics
• College/School: College of Science and Engineering > School of Engineering > Autonomous Systems and Connectivity
• Copyright Holders: Copyright © 2008 The Author
• First Published: First published in Proceedings of Summer Simulation Multi-Conference 2008 - Grand Challenges in Modelling and Simulation
• Publisher Policy: Reproduced with permission of the author.