Marine propellers and propulsion

Although the propeller lies submerged out of sight, it is a complex component in both the hydrodynamic and structural sense. Marine Propellers and Propulsion fulfils the need for a comprehensive and cutting edge volume that brings together a great range of knowledge on propulsion technology, a multi...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author Carlton, J. S.
Format Electronic eBook
LanguageEnglish
Published Oxford : Butterworth-Heinemann, 2007.
Edition2nd ed.
Subjects
Propellers.
elektronické knihy
electronic books
Online AccessFull text
ISBN9780750681506
Physical Description1 online zdroj.

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Table of Contents:
  • 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.

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