submaring

Submarining refers to the practice of diving beneath the surface of water in a small vessel, often a sports car or motorcycle that has been modified to belly flop into the water or be partially submerged.

The term originated in the early 20th century, when racing drivers and engineers began experimenting with ways to make high-performance vehicles more competitive on closed-course tracks. One approach involved fitting cars with specialized dive planes that would allow them to drop below the surface of the track and then recover to speed.

While primarily focused on speed and aerodynamics, submaring has also been associated with safety features, such as using ballast to weigh down the vehicle while submerged, to prevent it from popping back up violently. Safety standards have evolved over the years, and many governments and racing organizations have regulations and guidelines in place to mitigate the risks of submaring.

Today, submaring is often seen as a niche aspect of motorsport and engineering, with demonstrations and competitions held at water-based tracks and events. Various configurations can be found, including the "sailplaning" style, which uses a kitesurfing-type sail to harness lift.

The development of submaring has also led to new technologies, such as adjustable dive planes and ballast systems. While widely regarded as a complex and specialized field, the study of submaring has led to broader innovations in areas of automotive and mechanical engineering, including drag reduction and vehicle handling improvements.

In summary, submaring represents a group of transportation systems and engineering techniques used to craft ways to safely travel under and on water