Stage one of testing has started as of December 29th 2016!
Below is a breakdown of what each stage will involve. A list of tasks to be completed before the launch can be found here.
Below is a breakdown of what each stage will involve. A list of tasks to be completed before the launch can be found here.
Red is not started.
Orange is underway.
Green is a compete.
Green is a compete.
Stage One
- Reduce hull pressure close to a full vacuum, testing the structure to a max of 10m below the surface. (completed 10/01/2017) See here
- Also test for leaks in welds and seals by leaving the vacuum for a few days. (under way as of 10/01/2017)
Stage Two
- Clean inside the hull. (10/01/2017)
- Install water system.
- Setup a sealed 44 gallon drum next to the sub full of water and used to flood the internal water system, and pressurized to various water depths.
- Install air system.
- Testing the air system for leaks.
- Testing the operation ballast and trim tanks.
- This will also involve testing all the electronics and computer.
- Test for any new leaks by depressurizing the hull again, but only to about one or two meters.
Stage Three
- Test the launch and retrieval of the trailer.
Stage Four
- Actual launch testing in a dam.
- Dive test.
- Maneuverability & speed test.
