Building

Below is a list of links showing the development of various parts of the sub. Click on a title to read more and view the gallery.


The Work Station

Details the work put into building both the wooden and steel work station.
Pressure Hull

The pressure hull is what keeps the external water pressure from squashing the air inside where the pilot is.
Conning Tower

The conning tower is where the pilot will sit and be able to look out. It will also have the hatch.
Trim Tanks

The trim tanks are for fine tuning the craft underwater so it can be kept level and neutrally buoyant.
Ballast Tanks

The ballast tanks are the main tanks for achieving neutral buoyancy.
Rudder and Propulsion

An electric submersible motor is used for propulsion, and the whole motor is pivoted about its middle to act as a rudder.
Elevators

The elevators are at the rear of the sub and are level with the motor. They are a secondary set of diving planes like that which are on the conning tower.
Electrical System

Schematics and design of the subs wiring and electrical control system.
Ballast Release System

Details on the mechanics behind designing and operating the ballast release mechanism.