[PSUBS-MAILIST] Alvin Jr is no more

[Douglas Suhr]

Joe, I too really like your new design. I hadn't actually thought about it
until Alec mentioned it, but he certainly has a good point. The first time
we took Snoopy and the R-300 out into our bay down in the Keys we were
treated to 2 separate visits by both the local Sheriff (who was friendly)
and the Coast Guard (who was not friendly nor un-firendly, just there in
silence). If they got a load of a boat like that they'd sure be all over
you. As you suggest, proper base covering would be essential before any
dive ops. But you get an A+ from me on the design!

What is your target max operating depth and range? ~ Douglas S.


On Tue, Mar 4, 2014 at 8:25 PM, Joe Perkel <josephperkel at yahoo.com> wrote:

> Alec,
>
> I was discussing that very issue with another member. A boat like this one
> (and it's owner) would undoubtably become "known" in local Coast Guard and
> State Ranger circles. All I's dotted and T's crossed as appropriate,
> registration numbers decals, safety equipment, placards, etc. I also have
> the benefit of 24 years of Federal service which has given me the
> experience and patience to deal with all manner of bureaucratic
> knuckleheads. In the end one would smile sincerely and graciously point out
> to Agent Smith that this is no different than a replica war bird armed with
> dummy warheads. That fact, and prudent operations far from sensitive areas
> would be best.
>
> I'm glad you like it too Alec, thanks! I Like it enough to pursue it
> further. It solves some issues with a bit of pizazz while concurrently
> maintaining the basic cylinder and battery pod configuration.
>
>
> Joe
>
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>
>  ------------------------------
> * From: * Alec Smyth <alecsmyth at gmail.com>;
> * To: * Personal Submersibles General Discussion <
> personal_submersibles at psubs.org>;
> * Subject: * Re: [PSUBS-MAILIST] Alvin Jr is no more
> * Sent: * Wed, Mar 5, 2014 12:40:05 AM
>
>   Wow! As a design exercise I think that is fantastic, a work of art. But
> I don't think I'd want to actually show up in US waters with something that
> looked quite so much like real torpedoes. Both times I've taken Snoopy to
> Florida the coasties have shown up within minutes, and it's great to be in
> a boat that's painted fluorescent orange, as it makes it obvious I'm not a
> smuggler trying to keep a low profile!
>
> Best,
>
> Alec
>
>
> On Tue, Mar 4, 2014 at 2:05 PM, Joe Perkel <josephperkel at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>> I've been working on a more tow able friendly concept for some time. Its
>> a reduced scale Seehund replica @ 18' length with a 36" OD hull. Shes
>> all electric (No Diesel) and she sure looks pretty in this concept sketch.
>> I hope it comes through because I am unable to add it to my project page.
>> Incidentally, the Kriegsmarine flag is for image effect and would not be
>> flown in public.
>>
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