PROPELLOR EMERGENCE

What is propellor emergence

It happens at high sea states The ship is tossed from the sea As a result a part or whole of the ships propeller comes out of the sea surface

 The thrust reduction can be represented by

Calculation
Where is the thrust reduction for an emerged propeller

Effects
There will be a reduction on thrust This induces vibration on the ships hull Reduces fuel economy Deformation of propeller

Methods for reduction

Avoid high sea states Reduce rpm of propeller Most prominent for single screw so go for twin screw Redesign of propellor