Propulsor
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A propulsor is a mechanical device that gives propulsion. The word is commonly used in the marine vernacular, and implies a mechanical assembly that is more complicated than a propeller. The Kort nozz
Voith‐Schneider propeller
Siemens Schottel azimuth thrusters
Rim-driven thruster
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The rim-driven thruster, also known as rim-driven propulsor/propeller is a novel type of electric propulsion unit for ships. The concept was proposed by Kort around 1940, but only became commercially
Propulsor
…is commonly used in the marine vernacular, and implies a mechanical assembly that is more complicated than a propeller. The Kort nozzle, pump-jet and rim-driven thruster are examples. An example propulsor is shown in the accompanying picture. It has a shroud which cuts down on blade-tip cavitation and radiated noise…
Rim–driven thruster, presented at SMM 2010
Voith rim thruster at SMM 2010 in Hamburg