All articles by Jake Kavanagh – Page 5
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Electrification
Dedicated electric propulsion show to run again this Summer
Back by popular demand, the UK’s inland waterways electric show will once again take place in Warwickshire in July
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Hydrogen
Hydrogen marine superhub for Germany
A major project to transform the port of Wilhelmshaven into a central hydrogen producing hub has far reaching benefits for fuel-cell powered boats
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Battery Technologies
Automated temperature monitoring for stored batteries
With many boatbuilders now storing large banks of lithium batteries prior to installation, a new temperature monitoring system from Brady can detect any potential issues
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Green Technologies
More solar power from ‘string cell’ design
Has the answer been found to prevent a drop in solar panel output when part of the unit is shaded?
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Green Technologies
DRIFT energy harvesting vessel concept wins eco award
A plan to use sailing catamarans designed to generate green hydrogen whilst sailing has received a prestigious sustainability award.
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Boatbuilding Materials & Machinery
Antifouling rubber discs for ships and mooring buoys
The Danish company SabetoProtect has devised a system of rubber discs that adhere to the hull to provide advanced non-toxic antifouling
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Green Technologies
Could marinas provide a major renewable energy resource?
Breakwaters make perfect platforms for wave energy converters
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Green Technologies
Bifacial and perovskite advances promise more efficient solar power
Combining two recent developments into one design of solar panel will allow boatbuilders to harness greater amounts of power from a smaller footprint
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Hydrogen
US project to develop better heavy-duty hydrogen infrastructure
A research project has started in the US to fill the gaps in the hydrogen refuelling infrastructure for heavy duty vehicles, which could include larger electric yachts
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Green Technologies
Rise of the solar garage
Pioneering what could become a major trend for electric runabouts, the Portuguese-built Faro Powerdock also lifts the hull clear of the water
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Green Technologies
FuelEU Maritime Regulations have now gone live
Whilst only applicable to ships above 5000 gross tons, the new tranche of EU decarbonisation regulations is bringing new tech to the leisure sector
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Inboard engines
Cummins Accelera fuel cell powered truck breaks Guiness World record
Accelera fuel cell ‘engines’ are currently available in two outputs, 150kW and 300kW
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Hydrogen
New Zealand’s hydrogen-powered high-performance RIB set to sea trial in January
A collaboration between Fabrum and King Watercraft in the ‘hydrogen city’ of Christchurch, has resulted in a fast 12-seater RIB powered by a fuel cell
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Battery Technologies
Ceramic solid-state battery offers 1000km range
Longer ranges for electric boats with faster recharging could be the result of this breakthrough which uses a silicon composite anode.
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Green Technologies
Arctic cruise ship to run on 90% renewable power
To a design that could pave the way for self-refuelling superyachts, the construction of the 70m expedition vessel Captain Arctic has begun
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Decking
How synthetic teak and other material developments are transforming the world of decking
The latest advances in synthetic teak and EVA foam offer lower surface temperatures, faster installation and almost limitless designs.
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Soft furnishings
Why marine upholstery is following the 'slow fashion' trend
Marine upholstery is following the ‘slow fashion’ trend by using more recycled material and eliminating harmful chemicals. The new collections of sustainable fabrics are proving tough, waterproof - and attractive
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Electrification
Magnet-free electric motor offers sustainable high-speed e-boating
Apart from removing the drag of permanent magnets, and so making the motor more efficient at high speed, the new design also frees the industry from dependence on rare earth metals. Note the square profile of the copper windings so more current can be carried within a given volume