Marine Systems

  • Total system design
  • Structural analysis
    • structural/environment interaction
    • offshore platforms (static and dynamic analysis)
    • failure analysis and prevention
    • tubular joints, risers, casings
    • pressure vessels
    • compliant structures
    • design verification
  • Quality assurance and control
    • ASME Section VIII, Div. 1 and 2
    • American Bureau of Shipping/DNV
    • military (U.S. Navy and Coast Guard)

SwRI designed, constructed, and outfitted the first 1,200 FSW saturation diving bell to work in the North Sea. Certifications are made by ASME and ABS.

These two computer-rendered illustrations show (left) periscope arrangement for an underwater vehicle and (right) a composite hull structure for a manned underwater vehicle.

For more information on materials and structures, contact Dr. Ben H. Thacker, Mechanical Engineering Division, Southwest Research Institute, P.O. Drawer 28510, San Antonio, Texas 78228-0510, Phone (210) 522-3896, Fax (210) 522-6965.

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