Flight test of the canard type WISES by a self propulsion model of 3.6m length

Abstract

A new concept of Wing In Surface Effect Ship (WISES) is tested by self-propulsion models. The concept is a canard type WISES with forward-mounted aerodynamic propellers. It is expected to show good performance for the take off on waves. The present authors have built a 3.6m length model to demonstrate the concept. This paper describes the concept, the structure of the model, test results and discussions about the real sized ship, and finally concluding remarks.