MARINE PROPULSION TECHNOLOGY
chamber geometry in conjunction
with the flexibility of the twin cap-
shaft concept.
The specific lube oil consump-
tion was set to .6 g/kWh and
achieved, using a normal, medium-
alkaline SAE 30 or 40 class of oil.
The low oil consumption is a cor-
nerstone of the simplicity of main-
tenance designed into the L16/24,
as it helps avoid expensive oil
changes.
To date, orders for more than 70
of the engines have been received.
Following the successful introduc-
tion of the 16/24, the next, larger
model of the family is scheduled to
go on testbed trials soon.
The new engine will be available
with a 270 mm bore and a 380 mm
stroke, with a power output of 300
to 340 kW per cylinder, for use for
both ship's propulsion and for elec-
trical power generation.
For free information on
the engine series
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SIEMENS
Cost Saving was the
object behind the develop-
ment of the new propulsion
system Siemens-SCHOTTEL-
Propulsor*.
And the results are
convincing. This propulsion
system has been shown to
give a better efficiency than
conventional and azimuth
propellers. Energy savings
of more than 10 % have
been achieved.
But the additional benefits
are also remarkable,,such
as improved manoeuvra-
bility, low noise and
vibration levels, increased
safety, space-saving instal-
lation, and easier handling.
This new propulsion
system is suitable for all
types of vessels.
For further information just
contact:
Siemens AG
Marine Engineering
Lindenplatz 2
D-20099 Hamburg
Tel. +49-40-28 89-27 00
Fax +49-40-28 89-36 80
E-mail:
Corinna.Guennewig@
hbg.hbgl .siemens.net
•The Siemens-SCHOTTEL-Propulsor
is a joint development between
Siemens AG, Marine Engineering
and SCHOTTEL-Werft Josef Becker
GmbH & Co. KG.
Siemens -
Your Partner on Board
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Thrustmaster Offers New
Brochure
PORTABLE DYNAMIC
POSITIONING SYSTEM A new eight-
page brochure from
Thrustmaster
describes its line of
Portable Dynamic
Positioning
Systems.
Thrustmaster's
portable DP sys-
tems allow instant conversion of a
dumb barge or a conventional OSV
into a dynamic positioned work
vessel.
The whole system can be
installed or removed in a few days,
without the need for vessel modifi-
cations or drydocking.
For a free copy of the brochure
Circle 73 on Reader Service Card
MD Gear Series For Large
Ships
Cincinnati Gear's diesel pow-
ered marine propulsion reduction
gearboxes from 8,000 to 40,000 hp
are designed for cargo vessels,
tankers, ferries and military
sealift ships.
The MD Series was developed
based upon Cincinnati Gear's
extensive experience with diesel
and gas turbine marine gearing.
The MD series was designed to
provide maximum efficiency and
reliability in versatile, highly ser-
viceable designs.
For more information on
Cincinnati Gear
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