Mermaid® pods are available for powers from 5 to
25 MW. Conventional shafting, propeller and rudder systems
are replaced by a single azimuthing unit, which has
an integrated synchronous and brushless electric motor
directly driving the propeller shaft. The motor is located
within the hydro-dynamically optimised
housing attached to the hull.
The Mermaid pod propulsion system is available from
5-25 MW
Features and benefits
- Simpler machinery installation
- Lower noise and vibration
- Flexibility in hull lines
- Fewer components
- Reduced installation time and cost
- Improved harbour manoeuvrability
- Improved propulsive efficiency
The propeller is of fixed pitch Kamewa® HS–type
characterised by low noise and vibration and can supplied
with either separately bolted blades or cast as a complete
monobloc. Mermaid is designed to use the minimum mechanical
parts by eliminating gearboxes and a number of bearings.
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