Marine Propellers and Propulsion

Although the propeller lies submerged out of sight, it is a complex component in both the hydrodynamic and structural sense. This book fulfils the need for a comprehensive and cutting edge volume that brings together a great range of knowledge on propulsion technology, a multi-disciplinary and international subject. The book comprises three main sections covering hydrodynamics; materials and mechanical considerations; and design, operation and performance. The discussion relates theory to practical problems of design, analysis and operational economy, and is supported by extensive design information, operational detail and tabulated data. Fully updated and revised to cover the latest advances in the field, the new edition now also includes four new chapters on azimuthing and podded propulsors, propeller-rudder interaction, high-speed propellers, and propeller-ice interaction.

· The most complete book available on marine propellers, fully updated and revised, with four new chapters on azimuthing and podded propulsors, propeller-rudder interaction, high-speed propellers, and propeller-ice interaction
· A valuable reference for marine engineers and naval architects gathering together the subject of propulsion technology, in both theory and practice, over the last forty years
· Written by a leading expert on propeller technology, essential for students of propulsion and hydrodynamics, complete with online worked examples

Auteur

John Carlton is a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering and Professor of Marine Engineering at City University, London. He recently served as the 109th President of the IMarEST and was formerly Global Head of Marine Technology and Investigations at Lloyd's Register. Over a long and distinguished career he has authored more than a hundred technical papers and articles on marine technology, received numerous awards, chaired international committees and contributed to various government and naval initiatives on maritime matters.

Contenu

The Early Development of the Screw Propeller. Propulsion Systems. Propeller Geometry. The Propeller Environment. The Wake Field. Propeller Performance Characteristics. Theoretical Methods - Basic Concepts. Theoretical Methods - Propeller Theories. Cavitation. Propeller Noise. Propeller-Ship Interaction. Ship Resistance and Propulsion. Thrust Augmentation Devices. Transverse Thrusters. Azimuthing and podded propulsors. Waterjet Propulsion. Full-Scale Trials. Propeller Materials. Propeller Blade Strength. Propeller Manufacture. Propeller Blade Vibration. Propeller Design. Operational Problems. Service Performance and Analysis. Propeller Tolerances and Inspection. Propeller Maintenance and Repair.