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A Z-drive is a type of marine propulsion unit. Specifically, it is an azimuth thruster. The pod can rotate 360 degrees allowing for rapid changes in thrust direction and thus vessel direction. This eliminates the need for a conventional rudder.
18 kwi 2019 · The Z-Drive (also called stern-drive or sterndrive) is a hybrid system, half outboard, half in board. It is an inboard propulsion (the engine is installed inside the boat) with a base similar to that of an outboard equipped with propeller (s) mounted on the transom.
A Z-drive replaces the propeller, shaft, stern tube, marine gear, rudder and steering gear all with a single unit. Z-Drive azimuthing thrusters provide maximum thrust in any direction, independent of vessel speed, offering superior pinpoint maneuverability under all conditions.
A Z-drive is a type of marine propulsion unit. Specifically, it is an azimuth thruster . The pod can rotate 360 degrees allowing for rapid changes in thrust direction and thus vessel direction.
HYDRAULIC Z-DRIVES for FLEET BOATS. Thrustmaster’s hydraulic azimuthing Z-drive thrusters are especially suitable for fleet boats. A hydraulic Z-drive consists of a high-thrust, fixed pitch propeller on a husky propeller shaft directly coupled to Thrustmaster’s exclusive podded hydraulic motor.
The Z-Drive system, also known as an “azimuth thruster”, offers distinct advantages compared to other propulsion methods commonly used in marine and ship applications. Let’s explore these differences: 360° full of thrust for optimal maneuverability; 2% more efficiency than with a conventional propeller
Taken from Maritime Matters #3 w/ Captain Bill Van VoorhisView the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SN43Jf_PBMMIf you would like to downloa...
