The Hour of Power - Viable Hybrid Technology for Commercial & Military Applications
The professional maritime sector is now recognising the potential of utilising hybrid power and innovative propulsion systems for sub IMO / sub 80 feet vessels. Certain sectors are potentially well suited to hybrid systems including ferries, pilot boats and workboats that have relatively consistent duty cycles. The Hour Of Power concept focuses on hybrid solutions linked to vessel work cycles and engine duty cycles. The concept enables vessels to run in and out of port for an hour on electric with battery power - then carry out their open sea work on diesel power. The aim of this innovative hybrid solution is to enhance conventional power and propulsion systems. Vessels can reduce emissions and improve fuel consumption whilst extending engine maintenance periods and engine life.
For military applications hybrid systems, including diesel with battery / electric, are relevant to patrol, interception and autonomous vessel duties. Hybrid systems give military vessels the ability to turn off main engines then loiter silently on station with a low heat signature. Patrol vessels use their main engines to move rapidly from point to point, once in position a vessel can patrol slowly on battery / electric power. This will be particularly relevant to vessels undertaking port or estuary patrols. On the water stealth mobility has many applications for customs, borders and infrastructure protection. Riverine operations benefit from a silent running mode when patrolling or transiting towards an area of interest. For specialist operations stored energy can be utilised to approach a target in silence.
John Haynes - Managing Director, Shock Mitigation
John is an Associate Fellow of The Nautical Institute, Fellow of RINA, Commercial Yachtmaster Ocean and Advanced Powerboat Instructor. Subject matter expertise includes 30 years professional sector training, consultancy and strategic product development.
He has worked with over 100 organisations including military, SAR, police, commercial operators, designers, OEM equipment manufacturers and boat builders.
He has written specialist articles on future requirements and new technology for international publications including Maritime Reporter, Marine Link, Marine News, Maritime Journal, Seaways, Ship & Boat International (RINA), Maritime Pilot Journal, Powerboat & RIB, Yachting Matters (Superyacht), Ship & Offshore, Defence IQ.
He is founder of the RIB & High Speed Craft Directory which brings together specialist craft, equipment and knowledge for professional maritime operators in the sub IMO / sub 24 metre sector worldwide.
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The Hour of Power – Viable Hybrid Technology for Commercial & Military Applications