Assessing the technical and economic viability of implementing a fuel cell-battery system in a cable-laying vessel: The impact of adding a methanol-fuelled SOFC and batteries to the power plant of the NEXUS on the emissions, design and performance of the ship

This master's thesis addresses the urgent need to reduce the marine industry's environmental impact. Van Oord, a marine player, aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. The study investigates integrating methanol-fueled Solid Oxide Fuel Cells and batteries into the cable laying vessel NEXUS's power plant.<br/><br/>The research shows that...

Experimental research into the potential of pressure reconstruction on surface piercing hydrofoils with regard to ventilation

Introduction - Hydrofoils are often used for high-performance craft. They enable the hull to rise out of the water and reduce drag. A recurring problem is ventilation, this is the presence of a cavity filled with ambient air on the lifting surface. Ventilation causes the lift of the hydrofoil to decrease drastically. A lot of research has been...

Global structural design of large sailing catamaran

Concept Design of a Fast Crew Supply Vessel: Designing an attractive alternative to helicopters for long-distance crew transportation at mild conditions

Crew transportation executed by vessels started as a result of the development of offshore platforms close to land. Due to the growing oil demand in combination with limited space for new installations in shallow water areas, these platforms have expanded to deepwater locations. To transport crew over these longer distances, helicopters are used...