The Impact of Installation Effects on Propeller Design Optimization for Aerodynamic and Aeroacoustic Performance

To make propellers more viable as a greener alternative to jet engines, the issue of propeller noise needs to be addressed. Previous propeller design optimization studies rarely take into account the effects on aerodynamic and aeroacoustic performance due to non-uniform inflow, the type of flow the propeller would experience if it was installed...

Optimization of Ice-Class Propellers

The main objective of this Master’s thesis is to develop an optimization routine to improve ice-class propeller design methodology using the design space within the ice-class rules. Ice impacts on a ship propeller give additional design demands to ensure reliability and safety. Consequently, ice class propellers feature thicker blades, therewith...