The propulsion system is for torpedoes, submerged propulsion pods, hydrofoils and submarines. The submerged body is propelled by intermittent discharges of high pressure gas which, due to their expansion in the water, produce direct thrust on the outer surface of the body.
Pulse-Type Propulsion System for Water Craft
1966
1 pages
Report
No indication
English
Marine Engineering , Bubbles , Gases , Patents , Pressure , Thrust , Underwater propulsion
PROPULSION SYSTEM FOR SEA CRAFT AND SEA CRAFT, CONTAINING PROPULSION SYSTEM OF THIS TYPE
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