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Ship propulsion apparatus

US10760470B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 25, 2019
Grant dateSep 1, 2020
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Expiry dateApr 25, 2039

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB63J2/12
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A closed-loop cooling ship propulsion apparatus includes a power device, a pump, and a coolant supply. A fluid circuit is formed in the ship propulsion apparatus and a coolant in the loop can be arranged to circulate through all heat-generating components in addition to the pump and motive power unit. A closed-loop circuit avoids the blockages and contamination which might occur if the water of a sea or lake was used directly.

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