Honda motor co., ltd. (20240109631). PROPULSION APPARATUS FOR SHIP simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 PROPULSION APPARATUS FOR SHIP
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 PROPULSION APPARATUS FOR SHIP - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
PROPULSION APPARATUS FOR SHIP
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Norikazu Kawai of Wako-shi (JP)
PROPULSION APPARATUS FOR SHIP - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240109631 titled 'PROPULSION APPARATUS FOR SHIP
Simplified Explanation
The propulsion apparatus for a ship described in the abstract includes a screw submerged in water to generate propulsion power, along with feeding and returning flow channels to circulate fluid between the upper and lower cases of the apparatus.
- Upper case supported by hull
- Lower case pivotably supported by upper case
- Screw generates propulsion power
- Feeding flow channel transfers fluid between upper and lower cases
- Returning flow channel returns fluid to upper case
- Annular space with partition walls divides into first and second arc-shaped passages
- Arc-shaped passages connect to feeding and returning flow channels
Potential Applications
This technology could be used in various marine vessels, such as ships, boats, and submarines, to improve propulsion efficiency and maneuverability.
Problems Solved
1. Enhanced propulsion power in water 2. Efficient fluid circulation between upper and lower cases
Benefits
1. Improved propulsion performance 2. Better control and maneuverability in water
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing ship propulsion systems for increased efficiency and reduced fuel consumption.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be traditional ship propeller systems that may not have the same level of efficiency and fluid circulation as the described apparatus.
Unanswered Questions
How does the apparatus handle different water conditions, such as rough seas or strong currents?
The abstract does not provide information on how the propulsion apparatus adapts to varying water conditions. Further details on the system's stability and performance in different environments would be helpful.
What materials are used in the construction of the apparatus, and how does this impact its durability and longevity?
The abstract does not mention the materials used in the construction of the propulsion apparatus. Understanding the materials and their properties can provide insights into the durability and maintenance requirements of the system.
Original Abstract Submitted
this propulsion apparatus for a ship includes an upper case supported by a hull, a lower case pivotably supported by the upper case, a screw disposed in an area submerged in external water in the lower case and configured to generate propulsion power, a feeding flow channel configured to feed a fluid to the lower case from the upper case via relatively pivoting sliding parts of the upper case and the lower case, and a returning flow channel configured to return the fluid to the upper case from the lower case via the sliding parts, an annular space is provided between the sliding part on the side of the upper case and the sliding part on the side of the lower case and the annular space is partitioned into a first arc-shaped passage and a second arc-shaped passage by a plurality of partition walls, any one of the first arc-shaped passage and the second arc-shaped passage is in communication with the feeding flow channel, and the other of the first arc-shaped passage and the second arc-shaped passage is in communication with the returning flow channel.
