Design of Propulsion and Electric Power Generation Systems

Design of Propulsion and Electric Power Generation Systems – Revised Edition is a practical guide to marine systems engineering, focusing on the design of propulsion and electric power systems on board ships. Drawing on over 30 years of experience in naval ship design, this book is intended for engineering students and professionals working in the maritime sector.

Topics covered include marine engineering principles, components of propulsion and power supply systems, ship resistance and propulsion characteristics, electric power demand, and energy conversion. It also explores the operating principles of onboard machinery such as diesel engines, gas turbines, electric motors and propellers, and the matching of engines to propellers to optimise fuel consumption and minimise exhaust emissions.

While control, monitoring and auxiliary systems are outside its scope, this volume remains a foundational reference for understanding the core systems involved in marine propulsion and energy supply. An Exercises Annex provides practical examples to reinforce key concepts throughout the text.

Table of Contents

• Preface
• About the Authors
• Nomenclature
• Chapter 1: Introduction to Marine Engineering
• Chapter 2: Underlying Physical Principles
• Chapter 3: Propulsion and Electric Power
• Chapter 4: Energy Conversion
• Chapter 5: Power Plant Concepts
• Chapter 6: An Overview of Main Machinery
• Chapter 7: Diesel Engines
• Chapter 8: Gas Turbines
• Chapter 9: Electrical Components
• Chapter 10: Propellers
• Chapter 11: Matching Propulsion Engine to Propeller
• Chapter 12: Ship Fuel Consumption and Exhaust Emission
• List of References and Further Reading
• Exercises Annex
• Index