Table 2 Measurement of floaters and position of gauze on the floater, as tested in the floater optimization tests
Floater type | Outer ø* in cm | Inner ø* in cm | Height in cm | Position of gauze |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Floater-I (small) | 5,5 | 3,5 | 6,5 | Outer ring of floater covered with gauze |
Floater-II (medium) | 10,0 | 3,5 | 5,0 | Outer ring of floater covered with gauze |
Floater-III (large) | 16,0 | 3,5 | 5,0 | Outer ring of floater covered with gauze |
Floater-IV (ring) | 16,0 | 12,0 | 5,0 | Outer and inner ring of floater covered with gauze |
Floater-V (pins) | 16,0 | 14,0 | 1,5 | Gauze on top of floater, stabilized with pins |