New electrical system of synchronization neutralizes action of reciprocating parts of main engines in yacht Olive K; vibration-control device works to keep two main Diesels synchronized; a.c. generators are built into flywheels of these engines, and controls are arranged for electrically locking them in such relation as to neutralize throwover cranks; length o.a. 169 ft.; propulsion of twin-screw is by means of two direct-connected Winton 8-cylinder Diesels; auxiliary generating plant consists of two 6-cylinder Winton Diesel-driven generators.
Vibration reduced in diesel yacht
Mar. Eng. Shipg. Age
Marine Engineering and Shipping Age ; 34 , n 12 ; p 651-652
1929
2 pages
3 Figs.
Aufsatz (Zeitschrift)
Englisch
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