WATERJET PROPULSION 4

26 - 27 May 2004, RINA HQ, London, UK
Sponsored by Rolls-Royce

OVERVIEW

This international conference continues the very successful series of RINA events looking at developments in waterjet propulsion. Waterjets are now accepted as a proven technology, particularly for high speed craft and they are increasing their penetration into the small craft, leisure, workboat and military markets.

Continuing developments now include very large units of 20-30MW capacity and the use of waterjets for high speed boost propulsion. As the technology matures, designers need better tools to help predict the performance and efficiency of these systems across a wide range of operating conditions. Computational fluid dynamics is an increasingly powerful tool which has become almost universal, but traditional model testing and trials measurements are still required to confirm critical results.

Designers and manufactures also continue to seek to optimise the strength and weight of the various mechanical components and to improve reliability, reduce installation time and maintenance

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CONTENT

A wide range of papers will be presented at the conference, including sessions covering:

Simulation for Research and Design. Papers will include the use of CFD in component design, complete flow analyses and the use of wind tunnel testing.
Performance Prediction Modelling. Papers will look at the effects of the boundary layer, the effect of ship speed and several performance prediction systems including case studies and examples of their use.
Design Solutions. Papers will discuss the use of waterjets onboard a concept warship design and the development of novel waterjet systems for lifeboats and amphibious vehicles.

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REGISTRATION & FURTHER INFORMATION

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If you would like to register for this conference, please post, fax or email the registration form, above, back to the Events Department. Contact details are provided on the form.

Alternatively call Sophie Armitage, Conference Organiser, on +44 (0)20 7201 2401, to book over the phone.

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EXHIBITION OPPORTUNITIES

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