Influence of Spatially Varying Flow on the Dynamic Response of a Waterjet inside an SES

Surface Effect Ships (SES) are a promising fuel-efficient ship technology that typically carry most of their weight on an air cushion. To accommodate its shallow draft and slender side hulls and to absorb the high thrust and power required for high-speed applications, waterjets are typically used as...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Michael R. Motley, Brant R. Savander, Yin L. Young
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2014-01-01
Series:International Journal of Rotating Machinery
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/275916