Abstract
A historical review of reaction fin development and the application of an asymmetric reaction vane system forward of a propeller on a 41 ft U.S. Coast Guard boat is presented. An analytical evaluation of the efficiency gains that can be obtained with a reaction fin system is presented and compared with experimental measurements. The use of such a system for outboard motor propulsion is proposed.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 25-50 |
Number of pages | 26 |
Journal | International Shipbuilding Progress |
Volume | 38 |
Issue number | 413 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1991 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Ocean Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering