Submarine Top-side Anti-Slip Anti-Foulant
AI Overview
The Navy seeks novel anti-fouling coatings for submarine topsides that prevent marine growth without being slippery or toxic to crew. The solution must remain effective for 6-8 years, survive alternating wet/dry conditions, and withstand foot traffic while maintaining propulsion efficiency.
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Official Description
Anti-fouling paints and coatings are applied to submarines, ship hulls, and acoustic sensors to inhibit the growth and accumulation of unwanted marine life (“biofouling”; e.g., barnacles, tube worms, algae biofilms, etc.). Biofouling increases surface drag and creates noisy flow conditions. Some anti-fouling materials contain poisons (biocides) to discourage the unwanted marine growth while others (foul release type coatings) form extremely slippery surfaces that prevent marine organisms from at...
Change History
Submarine Top-side Anti-Slip Anti-Foulant
Status changed from Pre-Release to Open
Submarine Top-side Anti-Slip Anti-Foulant
# Summary This clarification modifies the biofouling prevention requirement for submarine surfaces: the protective solution must remain bonded for 6-8 years and prevent biofouling during the system's service life, but interim cleaning is permitted and expected.
Submarine Top-side Anti-Slip Anti-Foulant
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