Ricardo has a wide range of project examples delivered to the marine industry
Ricardo can apply its comprehensive resources and capabilities to your powertrain, ship electrical architecture, gearbox, driveline and integration projects.
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Large Marine Engine Development
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CNG variant of V16 32cm bore diesel engines
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Output of approximately 8MW
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High thermal efficiency
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Meets the latest emissions legislation
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Integrated development testing with client (HHI)
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Improved Thermal Efficiency
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The compression and combustion /expansion processes are separated in different cylinders
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The charge air is compressed isothermally, by spraying a large volume of water into the cylinder during compression to 100 bar
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Potential system efficiency 60%
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Innovative Stern Drive
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Objective to achieve reduced cost, increased efficiency compared to conventional Z-drive
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Concept design of down-leg drive; shift and reversing mechanisms
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Production of layout drawings, including component selection & system level FMEA study
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Increased Durability & Refinement
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Dynamic analysis and scheme design for wet multiplate clutch in marine workboat transmission
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Consideration of shift energy and power for aggressive engagement and high energy duty
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Advice on lubrication and clutch cooling strategies
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Design & Thermal Optimization
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Detailed mechanical and thermal analysis of a high performance 250mm bore engine
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Optimization, CAE, FEA, CFD
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Meet durability targets of 15000hrs for heads on HFO and 30000hrs for cylinder components
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Brand Attribute Development
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55 foot Luxury motor cruiser with Twin Volvo Penta D13-900 diesel units
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Vibration survey of deck, engine, hull & propeller shaft
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Material lay-up issue in build identified & resolved using additional structural materials at engine mount and P-bracket attachments
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