David Taylor Model Basin, Ship model basin at Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division, United States.
The David Taylor Model Basin contains three testing sections: a deep water basin, a shallow water basin, and a high-speed basin for naval research.
Constructed in 1939, this research facility addressed the need for advanced ship testing capabilities during a period of naval expansion before World War II.
The main building exhibits Art Deco architectural elements through geometric patterns and strong vertical lines typical of federal buildings from the 1930s.
Engineers conduct tests on ship models up to 40 feet long using wave makers and measurement equipment to evaluate vessel performance and safety.
The facility's deep water basin features 216 electro-mechanical panels that generate precise wave patterns for simulating different ocean conditions.
Location: Montgomery County
Inception: 1939
Architectural style: Art Deco architecture
Elevation above the sea: 39 m
GPS coordinates: 38.97500,-77.19170
Latest update: May 20, 2025 00:54
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