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CFD-Optimized Ship Propeller

This image shows a CFD-optimized ship propeller under the hull of a vessel.

Are you in search of a ship propeller that is efficient, low in noise and vibrations, and seamlessly integrates with your (current) appendages, hull shape, and sailing profile? Whether you own an inland vessel, push boat, coastal vessel, container ship, oil tanker, bulk carrier, ferry, offshore support vessel, dredger, trawler, naval vessel, or superyacht, our partner has extensive expertise in developing optimal ship propellers for various vessel types. Each propeller design aims for a cost-effective solution with maximum fuel efficiency.

CFD-Optimized Ship Propeller

Our partner has extensive expertise in developing optimal ship propellers for various vessel types.

This image shows a ship propeller optimized using Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).

Design Process

To design an optimal ship propeller for your vessel, it is essential to accurately define and tailor the propulsion concept to your specific needs.

This includes, among other things, the interaction between various propulsion components and the required transmission.

Thanks to extensive knowledge and experience, the design engineers are able to design ship propellers for various propulsion concepts, ranging from conventional diesel and shaft installations to electric or hybrid propulsion systems.

Properties

Whether it’s a fixed pitch propeller, a ducted propeller, a bow thruster, a propeller for a azimuth thruster, or an electric pod, each ship propeller is standardly cast from CuNiAl, a high-quality alloy of copper (Cu), nickel (Ni), and aluminum (Al).

The foundry is equipped with modern machinery, including robots, allowing the production of ship propellers with a diameter of up to 7000 mm, meeting the highest quality standards and regulations of various classification societies.

This image shows the ship propeller being cast from CuNiAl, an alloy of copper, nickel, and aluminum.

Existing Ship

Is your existing ship in need of a new propeller, and are you interested in a CFD-optimized ship propeller?

If you still have the drawings of your ship, the propeller designers can immediately start designing a suitable propeller. Even if you no longer have the drawings, it is still possible.

Using a 3D scan and measurements, your bow and stern with existing appendages can be accurately mapped. This way, you can have a suitable propeller for your ship, fully tailored to your sailing profile.

Controllable Pitch Propeller Blades

Compared to Fixed Pitch Propellers (FPP), Controllable Pitch Propellers (CPP) offer an advanced solution for optimal propulsion. This technology has several advantages, such as improved maneuverability, higher efficiency, and smoother sailing behavior.

With the help of reverse engineering, your current Controllable Pitch Propeller (CPP) blades, regardless of the brand, can be reproduced and/or improved. This allows for cost-effective and potentially more efficient Controllable Pitch Propeller blades to be installed.

In Practice

The propellers have proven their strength in various ships and sectors within the maritime industry.

From impressive conversion projects to efficient new ship designs, they have been successfully applied across multiple sectors, including inland shipping, coastal shipping, sea shipping, dredging, offshore, fishing, and navy.

Design Process

To design an optimal ship propeller for your vessel, it is essential to accurately define and tailor the propulsion concept to your specific needs. This includes, among other things, the interaction between various propulsion components and the required transmission. Thanks to extensive knowledge and experience, the design engineers are able to design ship propellers for various propulsion concepts, ranging from conventional diesel and shaft installations to electric or hybrid propulsion systems.

Properties

Whether it’s a fixed pitch propeller, a ducted propeller, a bow thruster, a propeller for a azimuth thruster, or an electric pod, each ship propeller is standardly cast from CuNiAl, a high-quality alloy of copper (Cu), nickel (Ni), and aluminum (Al).

The foundry is equipped with modern machinery, including robots, allowing the production of ship propellers with a diameter of up to 7000 mm, meeting the highest quality standards and regulations of various classification societies.

This image shows the ship propeller being cast from CuNiAl, an alloy of copper, nickel, and aluminum.

Existing Ship

Is your existing ship in need of a new propeller, and are you interested in a CFD-optimized ship propeller? If you still have the drawings of your ship, the propeller designers can immediately start designing a suitable propeller. Even if you no longer have the drawings, it is still possible. Using a 3D scan and measurements, your bow and stern with existing appendages can be accurately mapped. This way, you can have a suitable propeller for your ship, fully tailored to your sailing profile.

Controllable Pitch Propeller Blades

Compared to Fixed Pitch Propellers (FPP), Controllable Pitch Propellers (CPP) offer an advanced solution for optimal propulsion. This technology has several advantages, such as improved maneuverability, higher efficiency, and smoother sailing behavior.

With the help of reverse engineering, your current Controllable Pitch Propeller (CPP) blades, regardless of the brand, can be reproduced and/or improved. This allows for cost-effective and potentially more efficient Controllable Pitch Propeller blades to be installed.

Existing Ship

Is your existing ship in need of a new propeller, and are you interested in a CFD-optimized ship propeller? If you still have the drawings of your ship, the propeller designers can immediately start designing a suitable propeller. Even if you no longer have the drawings, it is still possible. Using a 3D scan and measurements, your bow and stern with existing appendages can be accurately mapped. This way, you can have a suitable propeller for your ship, fully tailored to your sailing profile.

Controllable Pitch Propeller Blades

Compared to Fixed Pitch Propellers (FPP), Controllable Pitch Propellers (CPP) offer an advanced solution for optimal propulsion. This technology has several advantages, such as improved maneuverability, higher efficiency, and smoother sailing behavior.

With the help of reverse engineering, your current Controllable Pitch Propeller (CPP) blades, regardless of the brand, can be reproduced and/or improved. This allows for cost-effective and potentially more efficient Controllable Pitch Propeller blades to be installed.

In Practice

The propellers have proven their strength in various ships and sectors within the maritime industry. From impressive conversion projects to efficient new ship designs, they have been successfully applied across multiple sectors, including inland shipping, coastal shipping, sea shipping, dredging, offshore, fishing, and navy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Certainly! If you have specific wishes and requirements for the design of your CFD-optimized ship propeller, customization is provided. The team of experts is ready to collaborate with you to design the optimal ship propeller that – within the possibilities – meets your specifications and aligns with your (current) appendages, such as your propeller nozzle and ship rudder.

Whether you are looking for a specific material such as high-grade stainless steel, a particular size, thickness, and strength margin, or other characteristics, the broad expertise extends to various types of ships, from mine countermeasure vessels to research vessels. This enables meeting the highest standards, including noise reduction and robustness.

Yes, that’s possible. If your current ship propeller needs replacing, you can have its value assessed for recycling. This ensures that the raw materials are reused in crafting a new CFD-optimized ship propeller.

Contact Us

Contact Details Berger Maritiem:

Street and Postal Code:

Steur 50, 3344 JJ

City:

Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht

Country:

Netherlands

Phone Number:

+31 78 6 414 525

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Design Process

Depending on the chosen propulsion concept for your existing or newly designed ship, the primary objective is to ensure the ship propeller provides efficient propulsion at various speeds and drafts, with minimal noise and vibration levels. For electric or hybrid propulsion, there is also a focus on minimizing the required battery pack.

With advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations, accurate performance calculations of the ship propeller are conducted based on current data, and speed predictions are made.

If the CFD analysis indicates that the installed power is insufficient to achieve the desired speed or range, adjustments to the bow and stern can be proposed, if desired, to achieve the intended configuration.

The choice of the number of blades on the ship propeller is crucial for efficiency, power, and smooth operation. Validated CFD calculations enable the propeller designers to provide sound advice on the optimal number of blades, the correct diameter, and pitch for your specific situation, focusing on efficiency and the size of the ship propeller.

Material selection is also of great importance, especially in specific environments such as Arctic conditions or for specialized ships like research vessels. If desired, the ship propeller can be ensured to meet relevant standards and regulations, such as ice class or international noise restrictions like ICES 209 for low-noise ships.

Ship Propeller Project Info

  • Client: Holland Shipyards Group
  • Product: CFD-Optimized Ship Propeller
  • Destination: coastal vessels for De Bock Maritiem
  • Executed by our partner: VICUSdt

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