Selection and evaluation of commercial and naval ship power
and propulsion systems. analysis of propulsors, prime mover thermodynamic
cycles, propeller-engine matching, propeller selection, waterjet analysis, and
reviews alternative propulsors. The course also investigates thermodynamic
analyses of Rankine, Brayton, Diesel, and Combined cycles, reduction gears and
integrated electric drive. Battery operated vehicles and fuel cells are also
discussed. The term project requires analysis of alternatives in propulsion
plant design for given physical, performance, and economic constraints.
