The increased performance of the SCHOTTEL RudderPropeller Dynamic SRP-D has once again been confirmed by external sources. At the request of the Dutch Damen Group, the Maritime Research Institute Netherlands (MARIN) carried
The increased performance of the SCHOTTEL RudderPropeller Dynamic SRP-D has once again been confirmed by external sources. At the request of the Dutch Damen Group, the Maritime Research Institute Netherlands (MARIN) carried out extensive research to demonstrate the added value of the SRP-D for Commissioning Service Operation Vessels (CSOV).
While an earlier study had already demonstrated a reduced DP footprint and fuel savings, Damen’s latest research focused particularly on propulsion efficiency during thruster interactions. The results obtained show a significant increase in thrust yield as well as reduced forbidden zones with the SRP-D compared to conventional rudder propellers.
“In our continuous strive for offering optimal vessels to our clients, SCHOTTEL’s developments are a great step”, says Mark Couwenberg, Product Portfolio Manager SOVs at Damen. “The SRP-D thrusters mounted under Damen’s optimized hulls result in vessels with a smaller footprint while at the same time reducing fuel use and further improving comfort on board. Combined with SCHOTTEL’s robust methods of design, engineering and construction we are convinced that our clients will have life-long benefits by selecting this combination.”
Higher positioning accuracy
With the SRP-D optimized for DP operation, SCHOTTEL is meeting the increased efficiency and reliability requirements for CSOV vessels. The
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