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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.
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. Simple, Efficient & Reliable
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.
ZF Sail Drive offers boatbuilders increased design flexibility, allowing the engine to be positioned facing the bow or facing the stern with respect to the transmission. The system considerably reduces vibration and other related propulsion system noise on board, compared to a traditional shaft line system.
7 lip 2011 · Z-drive modular propulsion units are advantageous where draft minimization is important and simplify construction and maintenance. With an electric drive removing the need for long propeller...
The SCHOTTEL RimThruster (SRT) is an electric propulsion system without a gearbox or drive shaft. The stator of the electric motor is installed in the outer part of the tunnel, while the propeller blades are attached to the inside of the rotor. This results in a space-saving, lower-weight thruster.
