Characteristics Analysis and Modelling of a Pneumatic Underwater Launching System

Abstract

Comprehensive characteristics of a pneumatic underwater launching system were analyzed and the simulation was carried out by simulink. The components of the pneumatic underwater launching system were introduced, and the theoretical calculation formula for the system was derived. A rated pressure of 3.5MPa and 5MPa was offered in the numerical work. Analyses in different piston height show good behaviors: Proper increase of piston-initial accumulator pressure is beneficial to reduce hydrodynamic noise, choose the appropriate pressure of accumulator. The hydrodynamic noise of the system can be significantly reduced by optimizing the structure of the double-acting cylinder, increasing the height of the piston and improving the structure of the piston.