Marine Propellers and Propulsion

Presents the most comprehensive and up-to-date examination of marine propulsion technology design, including hydrodynamic theory and materials and mechanical considerations

John Carlton (Author)

9780081003664, Elsevier Science

Hardback, published 5 December 2018

609 pages
27.6 x 21.5 x 3.4 cm, 1.87 kg

Marine Propellers and Propulsion, Fourth Edition, offers comprehensive, cutting edge coverage to equip marine engineers, naval architects or anyone involved in propulsion and hydrodynamics with essential job knowledge. Propulsion technology is a complex, multidisciplinary topic with design, construction, operational and research implications. Drawing on experience from a long and varied career in consulting, research, design and technical investigation, John Carlton examines hydrodynamic theory, materials and mechanical considerations, and design, operation and performance. Connecting essential theory to practical problems in design, analysis and operational efficiency, the book is an invaluable resource, packed with hard-won insights, detailed specifications and data.

1. The early development of the screw propeller
2. Propulsion systems
3. Propeller geometry
4. The propeller environment
5. The wake field
6. Propeller performance characteristics
7. Theoretical methods - basic concepts
8. Theoretical methods - propeller theories
9. Cavitation
10. Propeller noise
11. Propeller-ship interaction
12. Ship resistance and propulsion
13. Thrust augmentation devices
14. Transverse thrusters
15. Azimuthing and podded propulsors
16. Waterjet propulsion
17. Full-scale trials
18. Propeller materials
19. Propeller blade strength
20. Propeller manufacture
21. Propeller blade vibration
22. Propeller design
23. Operational problems
24. Service performance and analysis
25. Propeller tolerances and inspection
26. Propeller maintenance and repair

Subject Areas: Enterprise software [UFL], Marine engineering [TTS], Social interaction [JFFP]