| EPSRC Reference: |
GR/J73193/01 |
| Title: |
ENHANCED SHIP MANOEUVRING PERFORMANCE ESTIMATES THROUGH THE EFFECTIVE DESIGN OF RUDDER-PROPELLER SYSTEMS |
| Principal Investigator: |
Molland, Professor AF |
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| Department: |
Ship Science |
| Organisation: |
University of Southampton |
| Scheme: |
Standard Research (Pre-FEC) |
| Starts: |
01 September 1994 |
Ends: |
31 August 1996 |
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68,908
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| Transport Systems and Vehicles |
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To contribute further to the understanding of ship rudder propeller hull interaction through experimental and theoretical investigations. To create a rudder design manual and associated software to facilitate the practical interpretation of available experimental and theoretical data. (1) Experimental work. Experiments will be carried out in a 3.5 m x 2.5 m wind tunnel where suitably high Reynolds numbers can be achieved with low blockage. A facility will be built to allow semi permanent use of the rudde propeller rig in a laboratory. Total rudder forces and load distribution, propeller revs, thrust and torque, propeller side force and pressures on a simulated hull will be measured. (2) Theoretical work. The successful dual approach adopted in modelling the isolated rudder and propeller interaction will be continued. The validated general purpose surface panel code provides an excellent base for more detailed numerical modelling, while the lifting line/blade element momentum theory allows more rapid investigation.The wind tunnel allows precise measurement of velocities, which will be used to validate theory.(3) Design manual and associated software. Preparation of the manual will require interpretation of a large amount of previous and new experimental and theoretical data into a form suitable for use by a designer. The manual will first be produced as a prototype, and then as a definitive version with additional data. This will allow feedback from potential users. It will be accompanied by a program incorporating data design relations.
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http://www.soton.ac.uk |