A link joint model for vibration isolation of multi parts towed cable system

Abstract

A linear equality relations from Gauss Principle to build model of link-joint system is adopted to simulate a multi parts towed cable system. The multi part design has a vibration isolation effect for three part and more. Length of main cable shows elastic effect for duration of oscillation. Tow speed of cable. A 2ed order linear system with different damping ratio is found in full turns. The heave oscillation is damped by multi part structure. It is an energy dissipation with high moment transportation of each part.