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Basic Principles of Ship Propulsion

MAN Energy Solutions

  • 78 pages
  • 4.4 MB
  • PDF

The engine maker's own guide to how hull, propeller and main engine work together: ship types, hull resistance, propeller efficiency, engine layout and load diagrams. Clear illustrations make it a strong entry point to ship propulsion.

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