Minimizing Axial Energy Loss by Using Vane Turbine in the Propeller Slipstream

Abstract

The paper describes the results of analytical investigation on the application of vane-turbine in the propeller slipstream. The vane-turbine is attached on single-and twin-screw ships with total number of investigated ships are 20. Performance of the turbine was analyzed by actuator disc method. The effect of vane-turbine on ship performance is investigated. Discussions are focused on two main topics, namely speed loss and power efficiency gain. Final result finds out that the ratio of the thrust-power producing by vane turbine and thrust-power producing by propeller will influence the efficiency gain.