Hydrodynamic performance of a rim-driven thruster improved with gap geometry adjustment

J Lin, HD Yao, C Wang, Y Su… - Engineering Applications of …, 2023 - Taylor & Francis
The hubless rim-driven thruster (RDT) has become increasingly interesting for ship
propulsion. Gap flow has been proven as the main feature of RDT that cannot be simply …

Shape optimization and hydrodynamic simulation of a Magnus anti-rolling device based on fully parametric modeling

J Lin, HD Yao, Y Han, Y Su, C Zhang - Physics of Fluids, 2023 - pubs.aip.org
Ship anti-rolling devices are an essential component of modern vessels. The core
component of the Magnus effect-based ship anti-rolling device is a rotating cylinder …

Wind-assisted ship propulsion: Matching Flettner rotors with diesel engines and controllable pitch propellers

V Vigna, M Figari - Journal of Marine Science and Engineering, 2023 - mdpi.com
The harvesting of wind energy and its transformation into a thrust force for ship propulsion
are gaining in popularity due to the expected benefit in fuel consumption and emission …

Lift analysis and anti-rolling control system design of Magnus rotating roll stabilizer at full speed range

M Sun, H Lian, T Luan, X Zhang, B Wu, H Wang - Ocean Engineering, 2023 - Elsevier
To analyze the impact of the operating mode of the Magnus rotating roll stabilizer on anti-
rolling performance, a full speed range lift calculation method is proposed. By combining the …

Angle of attack impact on flow characteristics around finite-length rotating columns

J Lin, S Wang, HD Yao, Y Su - Physics of Fluids, 2024 - pubs.aip.org
The finite-length rotating column has been extensively studied because of its importance in
various fields, such as marine and aerospace. In this study, the hydrodynamic performance …

Design of anti-capsize ship for patrol vessel with the self-righting moment

A Trimulyono, MA Fuadi, AF Zakki, O Mursid… - Journal of Marine …, 2023 - mdpi.com
The patrol boat is one of the critical aspects for archipelago countries, such as Indonesia, to
supervise and maintain the sea border. Due to rough sea conditions, the patrol boat could …

Intelligent control of the Magnus anti-rolling device: A co-simulation approach

J Lin, S Wang, HD Yao, Y Su - Ocean Engineering, 2024 - Elsevier
In this study, we present an artificial intelligence control method specifically designed for the
Magnus anti-rolling device. The core of our approach is the development of a co-simulation …

Experimental investigation and intelligent control of the magnus anti-rolling device for ship stability at zero speed

J Lin, S Wang, Y Han, HD Yao, Y Su - Ocean Engineering, 2024 - Elsevier
Under zero-speed conditions, ships are particularly susceptible to the effects of waves,
which directly impact the safety of the vessel. A ship anti-rolling device based on the Magnus …

Hydrodynamic response of swinging or slewing rotating cylinders subject to a ship's rolling motion

J Lin, S Wang, HD Yao, Y Su - Physics of Fluids, 2024 - pubs.aip.org
In maritime engineering, ensuring vessel stability remains a paramount concern. This study
investigates the hydrodynamic response of Magnus anti-rolling devices, modeled as …

Development of Coupled Numerical Model between Floating Caisson and Anti-Oscillation Tanks

K Shirai, T Nakamura, YH Cho, N Mizutani… - Journal of Marine …, 2023 - mdpi.com
Floating caissons can oscillate owing to ocean waves when towed to an installation site. To
reduce these oscillations, free-surface anti-oscillation tanks mounted on floating caissons …