Seaglider Ballasting¶
Ballasting documentation for the Seaglider platform.
In This Section¶
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Seaglider Ballasting Procedure
Weighing in air and in water, estimating volmax at multiple VBD positions, the neutral-point tank trim test, and the leash check before launch.
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Trim Sheet & Re-ballasting
Keeping the trim sheet true, calibrating it with a "mystery mass", choosing a target density, thrust margin, and worked re-ballasting examples.
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Seaglider Ballasting Checklist
Printable tank-ballasting checklist with sign-off.