Investigation of the manoeuvrability characteristics of a Gate Rudder system using numerical, experimental, and full-scale techniques
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apor.2020.102419
Abstract: Abstract The Gate Rudder is a recently introduced twin rudder system whose major advantages stem from its energy-saving properties. The two foil-shaped blades of the rudder, placed aside of the propeller, act as a partial… read more here.
Keywords: gate rudder; manoeuvrability; full scale; rudder ... See more keywords
Improvement of maneuverability in a VLCC by a high lift rudder
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DOI: 10.1016/j.oceaneng.2018.07.030
Abstract: Abstract In this study, the improvement of maneuverability of a Very Large Crude oil Carrier (VLCC) with small engine output under a condition involving 30% reduced EEDI [IMO (2012)] was performed by attaching a high… read more here.
Keywords: high lift; improvement maneuverability; rudder; lift rudder ... See more keywords
Free-stream characteristics of bio-inspired marine rudders with different leading-edge configurations
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DOI: 10.1016/j.oceaneng.2018.10.010
Abstract: Abstract The use of leading-edge tubercles has been reported to provide superior lifting characteristics in the post-stall regime for three-dimensional foils. In this paper, different configurations of leading-edge protuberances are investigated for a marine rudder,… read more here.
Keywords: edge configurations; leading edge; bio inspired; edge ... See more keywords
Analysis of the wake dynamics of a propeller operating before a rudder
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DOI: 10.1016/j.oceaneng.2019.106250
Abstract: Abstract This paper analyzes the characteristics of the wake dynamics of a propeller operating before a rudder under open water conditions. The analysis is conducted using a numerical method based on the detached eddy simulation… read more here.
Keywords: propeller; rudder; topology; vortex ... See more keywords
Numerical simulation of Vortex–Rudder interactions behind the propeller
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DOI: 10.1016/j.oceaneng.2019.106446
Abstract: Abstract In this study, the evolution of the propeller tip vortex and its effect on the rudder surface pressure fluctuation was investigated using large eddy simulation. In this simulation, the flow domain was discretized using… read more here.
Keywords: numerical simulation; vortex; tip vortex; propeller ... See more keywords
Material quality effects on structural design of rudder horns for bulk carriers and tankers
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DOI: 10.1080/17445302.2019.1615704
Abstract: ABSTRACT This paper addresses the assessment of the structural integrity of a rudder horn built of different materials and in particular, the material quality effects on the structural design of a typical rudder horn of… read more here.
Keywords: rudder horn; effects structural; material quality; structural design ... See more keywords
Experimental and computational investigation on interaction between nano rotor and aerodynamic rudder
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DOI: 10.1177/1756829319866024
Abstract: The interference effect between the nano rotor and aerodynamic rudder was studied experimentally and computationally. Propulsive performance of nano rotor and aerodynamic performance of aerodynamic rudder were achieved experimentally. The disturbed flow field of nano… read more here.
Keywords: nano rotor; aerodynamic rudder; rotor; performance ... See more keywords