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ShipPropeller class

Propeller simulations

v1.0.0 Model version
TU Delft Developer organisation
Ship Propeller Physical system
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Model Overview

ShipPropeller class

Object orientated model which enables user to load the parameters of propellers, store them in a propeller object, and simulate the performance of that propeller.

Purpose

Primary: Propeller simulations

Secondary: Shaft torque and rpm requirements

Technical Scope

System Behaviour / Function
Propeller performance. open water efficiency, torque coefficient, thrust coefficient, optimal pitch ratio, optimal rpm
Model Inputs
propeller parameters: diameter, number of blades, area ratio, pitch ratio, name, propeller type (fixed or cpp), water height, custom performance parameters (advance ratio, thrust coefficient, torque coefficient), shaft rpm
Model Outputs
fixed pitch: open water efficiency, required power.variable pitch: optimal pitch, optimal rpm, required power.

Model Characteristics

Created On
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