Author(s): T. Matsuzawa; D. Wako; K. Izumiyama
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Keywords: Ice Load; Tactile Sensor; Ship Model Test; Podded Propulsor
Abstract: A series of model tests in ice for a ship equipped with twin podded propulsors was made at the ice model basin of National Maritime Research Institute. A tactile sensor system was used to measure local ice loads on the model. The model was tested in a free-running mode. Turning tests as well as straight-going tests were performed. In the straight-going test local ice load was dominant in the forward region of the model. In the turning test significant ice loading occurred in the aft-ship region. The load in the aft-ship region increased with the increase of lateral force of the pods.
Year: 2006