Reasons for interest in bow thrusters, defined as device in forward part of vessel which exerts strong and continued pressure endwise through propeller shaft submerged in water; its elements are source of power, transmission system, propeller and surrounding hull structure, and controls; existing types, operating in transverse tunnel through hull or in cut-out section at bow; factors to consider in selection of unit; various United States installations. (See also SAE -- Paper 376A for meeting June 5-9 1961 9 p)


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    Title :

    Some aspects on bow thrusters for great lakes and inland waterways vessels


    Additional title:

    SAE -- J


    Contributors:
    Scott, H.H. (author)


    Publication date :

    1961


    Size :

    3 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :




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