All articles by Jake Kavanagh – Page 12
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Inboard enginesInboard engines | Movers & Shakers
Bruntons Propellers Based in the UK, Bruntons worked with the European HYMAR project to create a self-pitching propeller to improve propulsive efficiency for hybrid, electric, motorsailing and regeneration modes. bruntonspropellers.com Candela Based in Sweden, Candela makes a range of foiling electric boats in both the leisure and commercial ...
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Inboard enginesMore fast chargers for Australia
The larger e-inboards also require the ability to fast charge, and companies such as Aqua Superpower continue to extend rechargers in popular cruising areas in Europe and the US. The most recent chargers have been installed in Sweden.
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Inboard enginesDrop-in and bolt-on tech for inboards
Even the smallest craft can benefit from a modular inboard motor, which explains the rise of the electric jetski and jet-powered tender.
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Inboard enginesAmping up electric inboard propulsion
Inboard electric propulsion systems are returning better power-to-weight ratio as OEMs harness advances from all sectors of ‘e-mobility’. Meanwhile, fuel cell and hybrid technology is helping to eliminate range anxiety
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SecurityNew regulations force MOB updates
Wescom takes its sMRT ALERT to next level as European regs kick in
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AIAI to help boatbuilders and dealers sell more boats
Californian web design specialists develop AI platform to create the “ultimate sales tool” for builders
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Battery TechnologiesRed Bull and AVL to develop ultra-lightweight fuel cell
Collaboration seeks to produce system that will be two thirds lighter than conventional installations
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Battery TechnologiesTrucks breaks the 1000km electric range with fuel cells
Achievement also heralds an exciting development for small to medium-size displacement yachts
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Battery TechnologiesFlexible contacts help create cheaper batteries
New flexible die-cut circuit (FDC) will help engineers provide more sustainable wiring options
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FoilingFoiling for the masses
New Hyperfly is the latest incarnation of foiling technology employing an innovative ‘water scooter’ concept
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Green TechnologiesSmall and powerful marine engine to run on ammonia
Osprey Research ltd, Pascoe RIBs and Southampton Solent University are co-operating on a new design of high-performance internal combustion engine that will run on the ‘clean’ fuel of ammonia. The project has been a beneficiary of the fourth round of the UK government’s Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition (CMDC4) which is ...
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Battery TechnologiesTurning the hull into a battery
Research in the automotive sector may soon help boatbuilders store power from renewables in the actual structure of the hull itself.
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HydrogenMore hydrogen electrolyser roll-outs
Key to providing enough compressed hydrogen fuel for a growing number of marine and EV fuel cells is a global network of specialised electrolysers, and collaborations between interested parties are increasing fast.
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HydrogenLocomotive hydrogen project paves the way for all-electric superyachts
The zero-emissions business segment of Cummins Inc has commissioned its first freight train locomotive powered by a hydrogen fuel cell
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Green TechnologiesSustainable fuels could cost the same as fossil fuels by 2035 says shipping technology giant Wärtsillä
With the superyacht industry keen to move steadily towards more sustainable energy production, there is the potentially good news that the use of green fuels should be no more costly than existing fossil fuels. The big stumbling block, however, is the pace of global take-up. which the leading technology group ...
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Outboard enginesHonda reinvents the V8
Despite a strong line-up of four stroke outboards, Honda Marine has never exceeded 250hp, or a V6. Responding to customer demand, they decided to build a V8 from scratch. Product Development Manager Mick Horsfall explained the process
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FranceHighlights from the 2024 JEC Composites Expo
Every year in early March, the vast Paris Nord Villepinte halls are filled with machines and materials to showcase the steady move towards stronger, lighter, and more sustainable composite products. Here are some of the latest advances which may help the boatbuilder.
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NorwayKongsberg’s new EM 2042 echo sounder
New multibeam echo sounder could have a useful role within the leisure marine market.
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Green TechnologiesLithium batteries built for future recycling
With shortages of critical elements looming, industry needs to find a better way to recycle lithium batteries say researchers in the US, who believe they have the answer
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Boatbuilding Materials & MachineryMore ‘suction sails’ for the world’s commercial fleets. Yachts next?
Latest installation features three 22-metre-high fixed eSails - could a similar installation have superyacht application potential?
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