Jiaolong Manned Submersible (Magnetic Storage Box)

Jiaolong Manned Submersible (Magnetic Storage Box)

The Jiaolong manned submersible, abbreviated as "Jiaolong," is a manned submersible independently designed and integrated by China. It possesses multifaceted capabilities for underwater operations, including a positioning system, enabling exploration of the ocean depths and providing a stable and reliable platform for scientists to research the deep sea.

The Jiaolong is 8.2 meters long, 3.0 meters wide, and 3.4 meters high. Its empty weight is less than 22 tons, with a maximum payload of 240 kilograms. Its maximum speed is 25 nautical miles per hour, and its cruising speed is 1 nautical mile per hour. The Jiaolong carries a crew of three, has a maximum design depth of 7000 meters, and can operate freely in 99.8% of the world's ocean area.

In numerous operations dedicated to exploring, researching, and protecting the ocean, the Jiaolong has achieved a series of exploration results, obtaining high-quality samples, data, and materials that have played a significant role in China's deep-sea resource surveys and scientific research.

——————The above is excerpted from Baidu Encyclopedia.

The submersible's hull utilizes a magnetically-attracted modular structure. Its components employ an insertion-type assembly method; however, due to size constraints of some model parts, glue adhesion is necessary. This is the case for areas such as the stern propeller and magnet holes.

The mechanical arm joints feature a tight tolerance design to ensure grip strength. Minor sanding of the print brim for smaller parts is recommended to prevent cracking during movement.

The use of a textured plate with adhesive application is suggested to minimize warping of large parts.

Needle-nose pliers are recommended for removing supports.

If supports break off internally in the protective cover mounting holes, use a hand drill or similar tool for removal.

The propellers are different; install the version with grooves on the bow.

Note any height differences.

All brackets and railings should be installed with their flat printing surfaces facing inward. The manipulator arm platform might be slightly loose and can be secured with glue.

Use 8*3mm cylindrical magnets *4

12*3mm cylindrical magnets *6

After assembly, a hollow space will be formed, which can be used as a magnetic storage box.