A method of controlling an electric marine propulsion system configured to propel a marine vessel and powered by a power storage system includes presenting on a user interface a plurality of power mode options selectable by a user, including at least a reduced power and an emergency power mode. Upon selection of the reduced power mode by the user, at least one auxiliary devices utilizing power from the power storage system is automatically turned off and the propulsion system is controlled so as not to exceed a first speed limit. Upon selection of the emergency power mode by the user, the at least one auxiliary device utilizing power from the power storage system is turned off and the propulsion system is controlled so as not to exceed a second speed limit that is lower than the first speed limit.
ELECTRIC MARINE PROPULSION SYSTEM AND CONTROL METHOD
2023-02-23
Patent
Electronic Resource
English