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Wind/Wave Tank
Parent Body: University of Southampton,
School of Engineering Sciences, Ship Science, Highfield, Southampton, SO9 5NH
Investigation of the properties of waves and the effects of wind over water/waves. Subsidiary Functions
Potential for investigations of stratified fluids. General Details
The wind/wave tank offers the facility to create/examine waves in a controlled environment and to examine the effects of wind over calm water/waves. Its limited size has the advantage of allowing investigations into the behaviour of stratified fluids to be carried out. Specification
The water tank has a length of 9.5m, width of 0.75m and water depth 0.75m, and is fitted with side observation windows. It is equipped with a flap type wave generator one end and an (identical) absorber at the other, which are capable of generating/absorbing waves with a height up to 0.15m and nominal frequency range 0.5Hz to 2.5Hz. The tank is covered over its working section by a wind tunnel; The tunnel has a working width of 0.75m and height 1.0m and can produce wind speeds of up to 10m/s. Special Features
Support staff may be provided for the facility if required. Wave probes and wind speed measurement devices are available together with full A/D data acquisition systems. Future Plans
The facility will in due course be fitted with a towing carriage and dynamometer in order to study the behaviour of surface and underwater bodies in waves and stratified fluids. Availability
The facility is available to other bodies in both the private and public sector. There are no restrictions on the type of body that can apply to use the facility. Approximately one months advance notice is required when asking for time on the facility. Time on the facility is allocated to suit demand, there are no particular priorities. Charging Basis
Charging rates are subject to individual negotiation. There is a possibility of negotiating an exchange agreement. Site Access
The site has ready access for vehicles and local accommodation is available for the hirer’s staff. Contact Information
Dr A F Molland
University of Southampton
School of Engineering Sciences
Ship Science
Highfield
Southampton, SO9 5NH
Telephone: 023 8059 3035 Fax: 023 8059 3299
E-mail: a.f.molland@ship.soton.ac.uk
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