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FLIP
is uniquely configured to deploy a wide array of scientific equipment
and sensors. The two scientific laboratory spaces on FLIP have approximately
500 square feet of area. There is significant flexibility in installing
equipment on FLIP and most installations can be accommodated. Where necessary,
equipment may also be placed on the external working decks for easy access.
Sensors can be attached to the hull on existing or custom-made foundations;
they can also be deployed by lowering them from booms mounted on the bow
section. Depending on weight, the sensors can be installed at any location
along the submerged hull and even below the 300 drafts by attaching short
extensions to the hull.
For deploying sensors
from booms mounted on the external working decks, FLIP has available a
variety of booms and winches for loads up to 1000 pounds. For unique requirements,
the MPL shop can construct special equipment to assist in the deployment
of sensors. Winches with load capabilities up to 15,000 pounds are available.
Through a fairlead at the bottom of FLIP, acoustic arrays as long as 3000
meters have been deployed.
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