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Marine propellers and propulsion

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Propulsion technology is a complex, multidisciplinary topic with design, construction, operational and research implications. Bringing together a wealth of disparate information from the field, Marine Propellers and Propulsion provides comprehensive and cutting edge coverage to equip marine engineer...

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Main Author: Carlton, J. S. (John S.)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Oxford Butterworth-Heinemann 2012.
Edition:3rd ed.
Subjects:
Propellers.
Ships > Hydrodynamics.
Ship propulsion.
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Table of Contents:
  • 1. The early development of the screw propeller
  • 2. Propulsion systems
  • 3. Propeller geometry
  • 4. The propeller environment
  • 5. The wake field
  • 6. Propellerperformance characteristics
  • 7. Theoretical methods - basic concepts
  • 8. Theoretical and analytical methods relating to propeller action
  • 9. Cavitation
  • 10. Propeller noise
  • 11. Propeller, ship and rudder interaction
  • 12. Ship resistance and propulsion
  • 13. Thrust augmentation deveices
  • 14. Transverse thrusters
  • 15. Azimuthing and podded propulsors
  • 16. Waterjet propulsion
  • 17. Full-scale trials
  • 18. Propeller materials
  • 19. Propeller blade strength
  • 20. Propeller manufacture
  • 21. Propeller blade vibration
  • 22. Propeller design
  • 23. Operational problems
  • 24. Service performance and analysis
  • 25. ropeller tolerances and inspection
  • proeller maintenance and repair

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