What Causes Jetstream Damage on Boat Hulls?

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Jetstream damage to boat hulls could plausibly occur from a malfunction or sabotage of underwater drilling equipment, causing a pressurized stream of water mixed with sand to shoot upward. This scenario could lead to hull damage similar to cavitation effects, but a more significant risk might be the sudden loss of buoyancy from gas release, potentially sinking the vessel. The discussion also explores the idea of using a buoy or gas chamber that could break free during an underwater explosion, impacting the hull and embedding sand. Suggestions include incorporating buoyant debris or underwater crafts that could contribute to the plot twist. Overall, the narrative aims to blend scientific plausibility with a mystery/suspense storyline involving a geologist tracking the origin of the embedded sand.
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Q_Goest said:
I just grabbed pictures from a random web site.
http://www.orbitalvector.com/Aquatic/Supercav%20Torpedo/SUPERCAVITATING%20TORPEDO.htm

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/3775181.stm

I'd suggest just googling "supercavitating torpedo" and "methane ice".


Ah, thanks! I'll check the sites you mention first, and then google.