This paper introduces the ship propulsion system in different aspects. In fact there are many types to accomplish electric propulsion. The latest installations are based on fixed generator speed and motor speed control. The AC motor drive systems with...
This paper introduces the ship propulsion system in different aspects. In fact there are many types to accomplish electric propulsion. The latest installations are based on fixed generator speed and motor speed control. The AC motor drive systems with synchroconverter, cycloconverter, PWM converter are chosen for the ship electric propulsion. The configurations of the ship electric propulsion system must be considered about following criteria: torque and speed performances, redundancy, cost, harmonics, available space and shape. This paper introduces possible configurations of the ship electric propulsion and the major and minor points.