towing tank

A towing tank is a large, specially designed swimming pool used by marine engineers to test the hydrodynamic properties of ship models. Small-scale models of ships are pulled through the tank to observe how they move through water, allowing engineers to study things like resistance and stability. This helps in designing efficient and safe ships by predicting their real-world performance without constructing full-sized vessels. The tank provides controlled conditions, ensuring accurate, repeatable measurements vital for optimizing ship design.