Can rim thrusters be the fresh response for a more efficient propulsion system?
The propulsion system is an integral part of ships with shafted propellers being the most popular configuration, as it is effective over a broad range …
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Designing the project, making it possible from engineering point of view
What about bulwark, railings and balustrades?
I believe everyone has at some point travelled with a ferry, a yacht or a cruise ship and there was a moment that had to …
Hazardous zones vs hazardous areas, is it theory vs practical experience?
Some years back my boss, former chief engineer and surveyor, an engineer colleague and myself, were travelling to a meeting. My boss asked our colleague …
Propeller is the primary driver, but can also be a major hurdle
Basic physics law, in order for an object to move, it needs to overcome its resistance. In the case a ship it is divided in …
Bow design beyond an aesthetic feature
The purpose of this blog is to identify ways to align building and operating a yacht with nature. I am investigating the links between the …
How can we limit the environmental impact during construction?
It is the time to construct our yacht. Materials are delivered at the yard and engineers and fabricators make the best of the available resources, …