Linear propulsion · Engineering program
N5Prop: Anisotropic Marine Propulsion
ProjectDeveloped project
A linear-stroke marine engine whose propeller changes geometry between thrust and return strokes.
Linear propulsion · Engineering program
A linear-stroke marine engine whose propeller changes geometry between thrust and return strokes.
The question
Why must an engineered propeller rotate when nature so often propels without rotation?
The work
N5Prop replaces a continuously rotating propeller with a reciprocating assembly whose blades close for the thrust stroke and open to reduce resistance on return.
The program connects hydrodynamics, anisotropic structures, pulsed electric drives and practical engine design.