Voith Schneider propellers

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf marine propulsion system
gptkbp:advantage higher cost
complex mechanical design
quick response
higher maintenance
precise control
360-degree thrust
gptkbp:alsoKnownAs gptkb:VSP
gptkbp:category marine engineering
ship propulsion technology
azimuth thrusters
gptkbp:developedBy gptkb:Voith
gptkbp:developer gptkb:Heidenheim,_Germany
gptkbp:feature stepless speed control
high efficiency at low speeds
rapid maneuverability
vertical axis propeller
blades rotate around vertical axis
independent thrust direction control
variable blade pitch
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Voith Schneider propellers
gptkbp:introducedIn 1926
gptkbp:inventedBy gptkb:Ernst_Schneider
gptkbp:patent 1926
gptkbp:usedFor ferries
offshore vessels
tugboats
ship propulsion
dynamic positioning
harbor vessels
gptkbp:usedIn passenger ships
naval vessels
research vessels
workboats
icebreakers
fireboats
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:MV_Loch_Striven
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7