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KEMPF & REMMERS MARINE HYDRODYNAMICS
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KEMPF & REMMERS MARINE HYDRODYNAMICS
Cussons Technology founded in 1872 in Manchester, England is an organisation with a proven record of design and manufacture of equipment used in Research, Development and Education. Today, the company offers a wide range of products and services to an international customer base. The Cussons Technology Marine Hydrodynamic Research Systems Division was founded following the acquisition of Kempf and Remmers. Kempf and Remmers commanded universal recognition for excellence in the design and manufacture of a wide range of specialised force measurement instrumentation and test facilities systems for the marine hydrodynamic research sector. These facilities are principally employed in the evaluation of hull designs,propulsion systems and sea-keeping characteristics of a wide range of surface and sub-surface vessels and other marine structures. Combining the skills and experience of Cussons Technology in design, manufacture, installation and operation of projects with the Kempf and Remmers business, created the world's most formidable force to serve the Marine Hydrodynamic research establishments. Cussons are able to provide clients with all of the requirements for Marine Hydrodynamic Research and Development from spare parts to facility upgrades; from instrumentation to complete turnkey facilities.
This Specialised division based within the UK's key hydrodynamic research facility at QinetiQ Haslar, Portsmouth. Our offices are located within Froudes original Haslar tank on the site that is now part of the Haslar Marine Technology Park. At this location Cussons have access to the most up to date Marine Hydrodynamic Research facility and have access to the research teams who are continually evolving new techniques, product ideas and moving the subject area forward, all of which is of benefit to Cussons' clients. The team at Haslar and Manchester work closely with former employees of Kempf and Remmers who are employed as consultants to work with our design and product development teams. Over the years Cussons have established close relationships with many leading hydrodynamic facilities around the world allowing us to work closely with Senior Personnel to develop our range of products to suit the needs of specific research for the shipbuilding industry. This cooperation also extends to major project work where required, ensuring that any new facilities are provided with the latest state of the art technology, thus enabling the industry to move forward.
The Marine Hydrodynamics Division supports its clients across the spectrum of requirement.
Towing Carriage and Ocean Basin Carriages VPMM, HPMM Systems and CPMC Carriages Cavitation Tunnels, Circulating Water Channels and Flume Model and Open Water Propeller Dynamometers Resistance Dynamometers and Force and Moment Balances Wake measuring equipment and instruments. Wave makers and Wave Measuring Equipment Propeller and Ship Model Manufacture and Measurement. Control and Data acquisition upgrading and facilities Project Task ad Facilities Management.
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Cussons Technology remain the driving force behind innovative products required by hydrodynamics worldwide. These include control and data acquisition systems, radical design Propeller Dynamometers, Digital Cavitation Viewing Equipment and Force Measurement Devices. Our team of engineers are available to offer help and assistance to our customers and has the ability to develop new products for new challenges in the hydrodynamic research and development sector. Whatever your requirements are in the field of Marine Hydrodynamics, the Cussons team can evolve a solution. Cussons Technology Ltd continues to support both past and present customers with both new and existing equipment. We are able to offer new replacements, as well as the servicing and refurbishment of existing equipment, technical support for sourcing and manufacturing spare parts across the vast range of traditional K & R Hydrodynamic research equipment from carriages, milling machines to balances and dynamometers. The UK based operations are linked on a world wide basis through over 100 Cussons agency offices established over many years providing clients with local support and a fast line of consultation.
Photos Above: Cussons Manchester & Entrance to Haslar. Right: Cussons Haslar Office / Froudes Haslar Ship Tank.
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Examples of Towing Carriages with specification from existing designs are shown below.
TOWING CARRIAGES
TOWING TANK & OCEAN BASIN CARRIAGES
The wide range of Carriages available represent the best in the world today, having been developed from Kempf & Remmers proven designs. They are suitable for a range of hydrodynamic research functions, from current meter calibrating to large ship model testing at speeds of up to 20m/s. Towing Carriages are manufactured from modern high-grade materials offering rigidity and strength, but where necessary manufactured in suitable lightweight materials for highspeed applications. All carriages are designed such as to cope with steady state and dynamic model testing, whilst ensuring smooth running at constant speeds. Our range of Carriages often incorporate four quadrant systems for smooth acceleration and retardation. Software control maximises test duration in calm water and with links to wavemakers can maximise test duration in waves. Drive trains, electrical systems, control equipment and other important key components are selected in order to reduce overall maintenance costs and down time during routine maintenance.
TYPE C102-1 C105-1 C119-1 C123-1 C136-1 C137-1 C140-1 C144-1 C147-1 C148-1 HSTT C150-1 C153-1
GAUGE 3.55m 2.28m 9m 5.3m 1.8m 16m 7m 4.88m 14m 8m 3m 8.6m
SPEED 10m/s 5m/s 10m/s 6m/s 5m/s 6m/s 8m/s 5m/s 8m/s 20m/s 8m/s 12.5m/s
NEW EDUCATIONAL TOWING CARRIAGES *NEW
C15e C20e C30e C40e
1.5m 2m 3m 4m
2m/s 3m/s 3m/s 4m/s
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Photos Bottom right: 3D High Speed Carriage Design, Bottom middle: C131 CPMC. 3
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Examples Basin Carriages with specification from existing designs are shown in the table below.
OCEAN BASIN CARRIAGES / CPMC
TYPE C131-1 CPMC C133-1 CPMC C149-1 CPMC GAUGE 18m 30m 35m SPEED 3m/s 4m/s 5m/s
Carriages can be supplied to meet customer specification and requirements
CARRIAGES CUSTOMISED TO REQUIREMENTS
Carriages are available in a wide range of sizes and shapes but can also be especially developed to meet our customers' precise hydrodynamic research requirements. From small educational carriages for use in University laboratories through to high speed towing carriages for ship design evaluation research even Manoeuvring Basin CPMC carriages with integrated sub-carriage for model tracking and captive model sea keeping tests. We can also offer a full range of instrumentation for use with existing carriages including resistance dynamometer, guiding arms, self-propulsion dynamometer, as well as carriage mounted Vertical Planar Motion Mechanisms (VPMM) and Horizontal Planar Motion Mechanisms HPMM).
Photos Top right: LAHPMM mounted to C148 High Speed Towing Carriage, Middle right: C144 Towing / Current meter rating carriage, Bottom right: C131 CPMC, Bottom middle: C108 Towing Carriage. Bottom left: C133-1 CPMC Carriage,
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CAVITATION TUNNELS
TYPE K15 SECTION W x H 600mm x 600mm 850mm x 850mm 1450mm x 700mm 850mm x 850mm free surface 750 diameter 850mm x 850mm 2000mm x 880mm 500mm x 500mm 300mm x 300mm 425mm x 425mm 750 diameter 2600mm x 1500mm 800mm x 50-800mm SPEED 12m/s 6m/s 4.3m/s 6m/s 20m/s 12m/s 6m/s 11m/s 16m/s 13.5m/s 22m/s 4.5m/s 12m/s
K16
K22 K26
CIRCULATING WATER CHANNELS & CAVITATION TUNNELS
Cussons K&R Circulating Water Channels and Cavitation Tunnels have been developed utilising modern design techniques and technological innovation. Tunnels are manufactured from high grade materials to resist corrosion and fouling. The range of equipment available is diverse and designs are capable of customisation. Channels are designed specifically to provide steady speed running while including facilities to adjust surface depth and uniform characteristics. Cavitation tunnels can incorporate interchangeable working sections, accurate pressure control, de-aeration filtration and capability for steady speed running. Each channel and tunnel produced will incorporate clients individual specification and requirements.
K29
K30
NEW EDUCATIONAL CAVITATION TUNNEL *NEW
K14 K14E K17E K23
230mm 230mm 200mm 300mm 425mm 630mm
x x x x x x
230mm 230mm 200mm 300mm 425mm 350mm
8m/s 5m/s 4m/s 9m/s 5m/s 4m/s
CIRCULATING WATER CHANNELS
F10 F11A 1500mm x 700mm 1400mm x 840mm 2000mm x 1000mm 2.5m/s 5.5m/s 3m/s
Cavitations Tunnels & Channels can be supplied to meet customer specification and requirements
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Photos Bottom right: K23 with H29 Dyno, Bottom middle: K16 High Speed Tunnel 5
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WAKE RAKES
TYPE N07 DESCRIPTION Standard Ship model wake rake fits in place of R25 type dyno to measure wake. High specification 5 hole 6 probe wake rake for use in Tunnel or tanks supplied with specified pressure transducers and automated purging. Standard Cavitation Tunnel Wake rake. W1 to W62
WAVE MAKERS
Designed to suit facilities and wave specification required.
WAVE PROBES
R23 Designed for mounting on carriages - measuring ranges from 250mm up to 800mm.
N08
Photos Top right: Model in towing tank waves, Middle right: duplex hinge flap wave maker, Bottom right: Educational type hinge flap wavemaker, Bottom middle & left: N08 five hole pitot wake rake.
K-Series
NEW EDUCATION WAKE RAKE *NEW
N10E
Simplified educational range of ship model wake rake.
specifically to meet our customers' unique experimental objectives. Cussons Technology wave makers incorporate proven software techniques for wave generator control and can include software links to towing carriages to optimise test duration. Wave Technology is a rapidly advancing science - new or modified products are continually being developed to meet unique experimental needs, including those associated with the offshore industry's deep-sea exploration research programmes.
WAKE MEASUREMENT
Cussons has a range of wake measuring instrumentation designed to suit our customers requirements for standard Pitot tube type with manometer to advance 5-hole Pitot-tube systems with pressure transducers.
WAVE MEASUREMENT
As well as wave generation we also have a range of wave probes and instrumentation designed for measuring waves either mounted in fixed position with in Ocean Basin or wave tanks or specifically design hydrofoil section composite probes designed to be mounted on high speed towing tanks or from Ocean basin carriages, with limited wake and deflection that can be present with standard probes.
WAVE GENERATORS
Wave Makers are available in a wide number of sizes and types incorporating normal or absorbing features, capable of producing regular or random long or short crested waves in deep or shallow water. To support this extensive range of requirements, our wave maker designs include piston, plunger, hinged flap and sliding wedge types, or can be developed
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SELF PROPULSION SHIP MODEL PROPELLER DYNAMOMETERS
TYPE R25-1 R31-1 R33-1 R42-1 R43-1 R69-1 R73-1 TORQUE 10Nm 4Nm 15Nm 0.5Nm 1Nm 20Nm 30Nm THRUST 250N 100N 400N 30N 60N 600N 600N SPEED 3500RPM 3500RPM 3500RPM 3500RPM 3500RPM 3500RPM 3500RPM
PROPELLER DYNAMOMETERS
Propeller Dynamometers are based on original Kempf & Remmers designs and have a reputation for reliability and accuracy. Using modern rotating and non-rotating transducer technology incorporating compensation for both zero drift and sensitivity to measure torque and thrust, these instruments are the workhorses of modern hydrodynamic laboratories. Many hundreds are currently in use worldwide. Our single and contra-rotating Propeller Dynamometers can be supplied in a number of different configurations, which include integral motors and angled drives. They are suitable therefore for use within model ships (unsealed designs) and on Towing Carriages and pressurised Cavitation Tunnels (waterproof designs). Our Propeller Dynamometer range is designed to permit experiments over a wide range of speeds, thrusts, and torques, although non-standard requirements can easily be accommodated.
WATER & PRESSURE TIGHT MODEL PROPELLER DYNAMOMETERS
R45-1 R46-1 R51-1 R51(S)-1 QUIET TELEMETRY R58-1 R62-1 & 6-COMP. BALANCE 10Nm 40Nm 80Nm 60 OR 80Nm 200Nm 20Nm 250N 700N 2.2kN 1.2kN OR 2.2kN 4.4kN 400N 3000RPM 3000RPM 4500RPM 4500RPM 3600RPM 2000RPM
EXTERNAL INLINE CAVITATION TUNNEL PROPELLER DYNAMOMETERS
R52-1 R53-1 R59-1 150Nm 80Nm 250Nm 4.4kN 2.3kN 4.4kN 5000RPM 5000RPM 5000RPM
PODDED PROPELLER DYNAMOMETERS (see product description for full details of range)
H101-1 H105-1 30Nm 10Nm 600N 250N 3000RPM 2000RPM
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Photos Bottom right: R51(s) Low noise telemetry, Bottom middle: H39-27 Open water Dyno 7
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TOWING TANK OPEN WATER PROPELLER DYNAMOMETERS
TYPE H29-1 H39-1 H49-1 H290-1 INTEGRAL MOTOR H390-1 INTEGRAL MOTOR TORQUE 15Nm 55Nm 8Nm 20Nm 55Nm THRUST 400N 1000N 200N 400N 1200N SPEED 3000RPM 3000RPM 3000RPM 3000RPM 3000RPM
Photos Top right: R25 Range of Ship model Dyno, Middle right: H160 CRP Dyno 3D Design, Bottom right & Middle: H101 Podded Dyno, Bottom left: R51(s) Low noise telemetry design.
CAVITATION TUNNEL OPEN WATER PROPELLER DYNAMOMETERS
H33-1 H34-1 H39-27 H41-1 H44-1 H45-1 150Nm 150Nm 55Nm 100Nm 150Nm 150Nm 4.5kN 4kN 1kN 2kN 3kN 4.5kN 6000RPM 4000RPM 3000RPM 3000RPM 4000RPM 4000RPM
CONTRA-ROTATING MODEL PROPELLER DYNAMOMETERS
R40-1 R48-1 R65-1 R70-1 watertight 7Nm 3Nm 24Nm 24Nm 250N 30N 700N 700N 1800RPM 1800RPM 1800RPM 1800RPM
CONTRA-ROTATING OPEN WATER PROPELLER DYNAMOMETERS
H47-1 INTEGRAL MOTORS H50-1 H150 INTEGRAL MOTORS H160 INTEGRAL MOTORS 180/250Nm 24Nm 30Nm 50Nm 1.8/3.6kN 700N 700N 1.2kN 3500RPM 3000RPM 3000RPM 3000RPM
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OFF-SHORE BASIN BALANCE
TYPE R67 DESCRIPTION 6 - Component Balance for installation in a recess at the bottom of a wave tank for use measuring the forces enacted by waves on models of offshore structures in Ocean Laboratories.
SHIP MODEL RESISTANCE DYNO & BALANCES
R28 R35 Basic resistance dyno for use in circulating water channel or small towing tanks Mounting frame for use with R35 single component balance as resistance dynamometer for ship models or underwater models R38A R47-I R50 R55 R56 R57 R63 R64 R74 / R75 R100 6 component balance designed for tests of small ship models or other bodies Traditional 3 component Resistance Dyno for use in wave Resistance, Pitch and Heave. (200N) CPMC and LAHPPM large size Ship Model six component balances for captive manoeuvring tests Trim and Draft measurement equipment for use with R56 / R63 Large model resistance dynamometer for use in towing tanks (exchangeable loadcells 200N to 1500N) Model Guiding arms with side force measurement. Large model resistance dynamometer for use in towing tanks (exchangeable loadcells 50N to 500N) CPMC and LAHPPM Medium sized Ship Model six component balances for captive manoeuvring tests Resistance Dyno with model clamp for use with small models Yacht balance designed for carrying out towing tests with sailing yacht models.
RESISTANCE DYNAMOMETERS & BALANCES
Single and multi-component Balances are available in a wide range of configurations, suitable for the measurement of steady state and dynamic forces and moments. The devices are therefore suitable for use in association with experiments being carried out in a diverse range of applications, such as for appendage, ship, and submarine model applications in towing tanks and in circulating water channels and cavitation tunnels. The range includes sealed and unsealed designs, each built with a stiffness to suit the virtual mass of tested bodies in water. Our design team is available, as with all other Cussons Technology products to develop unique designs for our customers' specific applications.
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Photos Bottom right: R102 with H101 podded Dyno, Bottom middle: Captive test with R50 with G08 & C131 9
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WATER & PRESSURE TIGHT BALANCES
TYPE R35-I R35-X R37-I R41-I H47-3 R62-3 R102 R370 H390-HUB DESCRIPTION Single component balance for use in water 200N. Single component balance for use in water 500N. Six Component Balance for use in place of measuring section window of medium size tunnels. Six Component Balance for use in place of measuring section window of large size tunnels. Six component balance with H47 CRP dyno for testing submerged models in large tunnels. Six component balance with water tight propeller dynamometer for testing submerged models in large tunnels or tanks. Multi-component Balance used in conjunction with our podded dyno in medium / large tunnels. 5-component hydrofoil balance for use on a towing carriage. 6-component hub balance for use with H390 open water dyno for testing surface piercing and controllable pitch propellers. Photos Top right: R56 / R63Dyno with model clamp Middle right: G07s driven via G06, Bottom right: R64 6 component balance, Bottom middle G08 Rudder balance, Bottom left: R102 Balance
RUDDER DYNAMOMETERS & STEERING MECHANISMS
G06 G07 G08 G09E G10E G102 Dynamic Steering mechanism for use with GO7. Traditional 3 component rudder balance measuring resistance, lift and torque. Integrated Steering and 3 component rudder balance measuring resistance, lift and torque for use in both tanks and large tunnels. Integrated Steering and 3 component rudder balance measuring resistance, lift and torque for use in small models. Integrated Steering and 1 component rudder balance measuring torque, for use in small models. Water Tight Integrated Steering and multi (3 or 6) component rudder balance measuring resistance, lift and torque for use in large Cavitation Tunnels. Balances can be designed to meet customer specification and requirements.
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Photos Below: C100 Autotest Carriage control & Data Acquisition. Bottom: K100 Autotest Cavitation Tunnel control & Data Acquisitions.
MARINE RESEARCH TOWING TANK MODERNISATION
A typical project for Cussons was conducted at the National Technical University of Athens to upgrade their 30 year old towing tank control equipment to improve the accuracy and repeatability of hull, propeller and propulsion tests. Based around Cussons Autotest IV the , resultant modernised system combined Cussons extensive experience of drive systems with a computer system bristling with advanced features. Utilising some existing carriage based equipment the new control system was integrated seamlessly and efficiently at the clients test facility. The modernised system was able to satisfy and exceed the requirements for accurate and stable speed control, high acceleration, swift control action, measurement accuracy & repeatability and system safety. The combination of improvements in performance and technology translated into greater saving of time and resource over the previous control system, opening new avenues of research in the Marine Hydrodynamics Laboratory.
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AUTOTEST CONTROL & DATA ACQUISITION
Cussons Autotest IV is the current version of a family of computer based control and data management systems which have been specifically designed to meet the complex and demanding requirements typical of a wide range of current industrial test applications. First introduced in 1984, Cussons Autotest has evolved through a number of versions, adhering to the original design ethos of uncomplicated yet powerful operation, culminating in the incredibly powerful Autotest IV Autotest IV derives its power and flexibility from established VME computer technology - for true analogue and digital real time performance - and a PC for the operator interface, data processing and networking. Networking Autotest into established LANs allows complete system integration - essential for today's IT requirements. With Autotest IV's inherently modular design it may also be tailored to the specific applications 1/0 requirements with the addition of standard 'off-the-shelf components. Photos Below: Multi Autotest Facility Control Room Right: Autotest Controlled Cavitation Tunnel Facility at Sharif University Autotest Management Control and Data Acquisition Facility at PTT Thailand Using Windows platform, Autotest Definition and Test software presents a clear and structured programming interface with built in security, while utilising a Relational Database for data storage and management. Its combination of user friendly interface, powerful adaptability, data acquisition and control ability makes Cussons Autotest IV the essential tool for Industrial Test and Research applications
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SHIP MODEL MILLING MACHINES
TYPE MODEL SIZE 3m DESCRIPTION
B3000
B5000
5m
B10000
10m
MODEL PRODUCTION
Model production is a major aspect of the overall operation of hydrodynamics research facilities. Machine tools with proven designs have been available from Kempf and Remmers over many years. Today these are upgraded by Cussons Technology to suit current demands for computer control. Accurate and rapid production of hulls, propellers and other components required for test operations can be achieved using the wide range of production machines available. Our modern range of CNC Ship Model Milling Machines come in a wide range of sizes as well as configurations from Small 3 to 5m model version based on the traditional twin spindle 3-axis configuration to large version for models upto 14m with single or twin spindle 5-axis, that can be either supplied in rail gantry or bed and gantry configuration. To accompany these milling machines we also have a range of sterntube drilling devices based on traditional K&R designs.
B12000
12m
B14000
14m
B5000TSM
5m
B10000TSM
10m
B14000TSM
14m
CNC Twin spindle 3 axis Ship model milling machine with working envelope suitable for models upto 3m in bed and gantry configuration. CNC Twin spindle 3 axis Ship model milling machine with working envelope suitable for models upto 3m in bed and gantry configuration. CNC Twin spindle 5-axis Ship model milling machine with working envelope suitable for models upto 10m in bed and gantry configuration. CNC Twin spindle 5-axis Ship model milling machine with working envelope suitable for models upto 12m in bed and gantry configuration. CNC Twin spindle 5-axis Ship model milling machine with working envelope suitable for models upto 14m in bed and gantry configuration. CNC Single or Twin spindle 5-axis Ship model milling machine with working envelope suitable for models upto 5m in rail and gantry configurations. CNC Single or Twin spindle 5-axis Ship model milling machine with working envelope suitable for models upto 10m in rail and gantry configuration. CNC Single or Twin spindle 5-axis Ship model milling machine with working envelope suitable for models upto 14m in rail and gantry configuration.
NEW EDUCATIONAL SHIP MODEL DRILL POINT MACHINE *NEW
B20E / B40E
2m
Small Educational 3 axis CNC ship model milling machine
Milling Machines can be supplied to meet customer specification and requirements
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STERN TUBE DRILLING MACHINES
TYPE B2-1 B11-1 MODEL SIZE Small Medium DESCRIPTION Drilling device for drilling holes for stern tubes in ship models for mount self-propulsion dynamometers. Drilling device for drilling holes for stern tubes in ship models for mount self-propulsion dynamometers.
MODEL PROPELLER MANUFACTURE & MEASUREMENT
TYPE D24 DESCRIPTION Upto 600mm Model available in Precise Measuring Version, CNC or with digital readout. Upto 250mm Model available in CNC, with digital read out and precise measurement apparatus.
PROPELLER MANUFACTURE & MEASUREMENT
As with all instrumentation and models used with in Hydrodynamics research accuracy is vital. To compliment our range of instrumentation cussons offer a range of high accuracy model manufacture and measuring machine. These are available in two standard model however, can be offered with precision measurement, Digital readout or CNC. We also supply a range of proven robust full scale precision propeller pitching arm measuring machines based on traditional K&R designs that are still in service and used through out the worlds shipyards today. Photos Top right: D25 measuring a propeller, Middle right: Ship Model twin screw Propulsion test in cavitation tunnel, Bottom right & Middle: D40 Full Scale Pitching Arm. Bottom left: Ship Model Propulsion test in cavitation tunnel
D25
FULLSCALE PROPELLER MANUFACTURE & MEASUREMENT
D30 D32 D34 D35 D38 D40 Upto Upto Upto Upto Upto Upto 1m Diameter 2m Diameter 4m Diameter 7m Diameter 8m Diameter 10m Diameter
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PROJECT MANAGEMENT
In many instances clients own test facilities are fully utilised or the test requirements cannot be met by existing facilities. Through our unique connection with QinetiQ Haslar and HSVA Hamburg Cussons Technology are able to solve the clients problems in a number of ways. Cussons will undertake complete Research Development and Test programmes utilising the facilities and scientific and technical staff at the facilities. Cussons Technology will also undertake complete project management of all aspects of the clients unique requirements including delivery of test results, evaluations, assessments and appropriate technical recommendations. Cussons manage all day to day operations and retain total responsibility for the project. This has proved more than helpful with a number of our projects in particular where customers require either training, test analysis software within the facility or even acceptance test models and data for comparison. On these occasions we have worked with are partners to provide the relevant solutions and requirements for the whole project.
ASSET MANAGEMENT
Operation and maintenance of facilities can be a major headache and is a distraction from the objectives of research and development. Cussons Technology offer a complete facilities management service which ensures that equipment is properly maintained and operated reducing down time and increasing valuable operating time. Clients can identify long term costs through appropriate contractual arrangements; this reduces technical and commercial risks. Experienced staff are always on hand, and draw from the pool of expertise and ensure a full contingent is on site when required.
OUR TEAM
Our team of world-class hydrodynamicists & Design Engineers is available to assist our clients in the development of new facilities, to meet national, commercial or technological research objectives. This includes working with the customer's own project team to produce detailed facility designs and layouts and to recommend the range of support instrumentation needed resulting in a fully integrated laboratory specific to the client's research requirements. Following this, our company design engineers are available to move the project forward, allowing for the establishment of a turn-key project contract for the supply of all requirements, including construction of the buildings and supply of infrastructure services.
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DESIGN CAPABILITY
Cussons Technology's multidisciplined design team is the foundation of the Cussons business. Once the client's requirements have been defined, the design team can begin work. Equipped with state-of-the-art computer hardware, software and CAD systems, Cussons Technology's designers translate concepts to viable finished designs ready for production. Cussons Technology has be accredited with the demanding ISO 9001, ensuring excellent quality control throughout the design process.
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Photos: Top right: R64 Multi-component balance static calibration, Middle right: H150 CRP Dyno installed on our H240 dynamic calibration facility, Bottom right: K&R R25 return to Cussons for inspection and service.
SPARES, SERVICING & CALIBRATION
Cussons Technology Ltd continues to support both past and present customers with both new and existing equipment. We are able to offer new replacements, as well as the servicing and refurbishment of existing equipment, technical support for sourcing and manufacturing spare parts across the vast range of traditional K & R Hydrodynamic research equipment from carriages, milling machines to balances and dynamometers. dynamic loaded conditions within our factory. This facility is proving to be very useful both for the development / testing of new design as well as offering a new dynamic calibration service for our customers equipment. Cussons Technology is accredited with the demanding ISO 9001, ensuring excellent quality control throughout the design, manufacture, service and calibration process.
To ensure Cussons are offering the best possible service we have developed the H240 dynamic calibration machine. This is a high precision machine capable of calibrating both single shaft and CRP thrust and torque dynamometers under
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NEW MACHINEHYDRODYNAMICS EDUCATIONAL RANGE EDUCATIONAL CAVITATION TUNNELS
K14 K14E K17E K23 Educational/Research Cavitation Tunnel Educational Cavitation Tunnel. Small Educational CavitationTunnel. Small Research Cavitaion Tunnel/CWC
EDUCATIONAL RANGE CAVITATION TUNNEL DYNAMOMETER
N11E R25E R30E R35 Wake rake with integrated pressure transducers for use Tunnels External Mounted Dynamometer for use in Tunnels Water Tight 3 Component Balance for use in Tunnels Water Tight Single Component Balance for use in Tunnels Pitot Static Tube for use in measuring section of Tunnel High Speed / Frame Rate Camera system for observing cavitation. Flat Plate and Cylinder Model Experiment for use in Tunnels
EDUCATIONAL TOWING CARRIAGES
C15E C20E C30E C40E Educational Towing Carriage design to suit a towing tank 1.5m wide. Educational Towing Carriage design to suit a towing tank 2m wide. Educational Towing Carriage design to suit a towing tank 3m wide. Educational Towing Carriage design to suit a towing tank 4m wide.
MARINE HYDRODYNAMICS EDUCATIONAL RANGE
Cussons Technology has built on the success of its Kempf & Remmers Range of Research Hydrodynamics test equipment and its knowledge of tertiary educational engineering equipment to produce a new range of Educational hydrodynamic equipment to complement smaller facilities. The Equipment is designed to be robust for student use, and consistent in its results and accuracy as many of the components are inherited from the Kempf & Remmers Range. The Purpose is to allow the lecturer demonstrations to be carried out with ease, and for the students to undertake a range of experiments with repeatable results and reasonable accuracy. The Products are design to be cost effective and complementary. Each product can be sold as individual product range, but when supplied within a complete facility some savings can be achieved by the use of a common data acquisition system.
EDUCATIONAL RANGE DYNAMOMETER AND INSTRUCTIONS
H75E N10E R23E R42 / R43 R28E R35E R75E V110E V122E V140E Open Water Propeller / Turbine Dynamometer Wake rake with integrated pressure transducers Small Carriage Mounted Wave probe equipment Traditional K&R Self-propulsion Dynamometer for small models Small Model Alignment / Guiding Arms Resistance Dynamometer and Towing post Ship model Self Propulsion Dynamometer Dynamic Ship stability dynamometer Stationary High Speed Camera system Educational Modular Ship
EDUCATIONAL WAVEMAKERS & WAVE ABSORBING BEACHES
W15E-W40E W15EB-W40EB Wet Back Hinge Flap Regular and Irregular Wave Maker Tuneable Wave Absorbing Beach
MODEL MANUFACTURE
B20E to B40E B2-1E D25 R1-20E or 30E Small CNC 3 Axis Ship Model Milling Machines Small Stern Tube Drilling Machine Traditional K&R Propeller Drill Point Measuring Machine Ship Model Moment of Inertia Apparatus
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This brochure deals with those services offered through the Marine Systems Research Division. Other divisions of the Cussons business deal with
Engineering Automotive
Education
Research and Development test beds, control, data acquisition, exhaust emissions, cvs and other related instrumentation facilities for R&D projects in Aero, Oil, Military and purification of gases for various industries
Integrated
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Head Office - Cussons Technology Limited Cussons Technology, Great Clowes Street, Manchester, M7 1RH Tel: +44 (0)161 833 0036 Fax: +44 (0)161 834 4688 E-mail: sales@cussons.co.uk Marine Hydrodynamics Division Cussons Technology, Haslar Marine Technology Park, Haslar Road, Gosport, PO12 2AU Tel: +44 (0)2392 334001 Fax: +44 (0)2392 334002 E-mail: kempf@cussons.co.uk Internet http://www.cussons.co.uk
Thanks to QinetiQ, Haslar, Newcastle University Upon Tyne, NSTL India and HSVA for the use of photographs in this brochure
