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Cycloidal marine propellers: Efficient thrust in any direction

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Cycloidal marine propellers: Efficient thrust in any direction

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ABB's cycloidal marine propellers: Efficient thrust in any direction

Swiss marine giant ABB has spent more than a decade developing a radically different Voith-Schneider take on a marine propeller. The Dynafin system promises up to 85% efficiency, while giving a vessel super-precise maneuvering capabilities.

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“We need a new propulsion system.” “Nah, just slap a blender on it and we’re fine.”
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  Tbf, boat motors are already blenders. This is just a different kind of blender.

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