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The array of rigid sails are based on EMP's EnergySail technology (Patent
Pending) and can even be used when a ship is at anchor or in harbour.
Clearly theEnergySail is unlike any other sail.
Less Fuel and Less Emissions
The Aquarius MRE System will significantly reduce a ships fuel
consumption and noxious gas emissions. In addition ship owners and
operators will be able to reduce the CO2 footprint of their fleet and employ
the solution on a variety of ships and vessels.
Although this cutting-edge system is being initially designed for large ships,
much of the technology being developed will also be suitable for smaller
vessels such as coastal freighters, passenger ferries, tourist boats and
Unmanned Surface Vessels. (USV's)
A study is also being conducted to determine if it would be feasible to use
the system on naval and government vessel such as patrol ships.
Key features of
the Aquarius MRE System include ease
of use, fully automated control system, attractive Return on Investment
(ROI) and reliable operation.
The Aquarius MRE System by Eco Marine Power is an innovative
approach to using wind and solar power together on ships and the
technology will help make world shipping greener and cleaner in the years
ahead.
For more about the thinking behind 'Aquarius' please see this article: A
Marine Renewable Energy Solution for Modern Ships.
Both the Aquarius Eco Ship and Aquarius MRE System have been designed to take into account the reality of operating rigid sails
on ocean going ships and include a range of safety features. The rigid sails for example can be lowered and stored when not in use
or during emergencies.
EnergySail Technology
The rigid sails used by the Aquarius Eco Ship form part of Eco Marine Power's EnergySail technology. This renewable energy sail
platform allows for a variety of energy sources to be used and managed via the same system. Solar panels & wind power devices
can be mounted on the rigid sails or elsewhere on the ship in a variety of configurations.
The revolutionary Aquarius MRE System technology will enable ships of all types and sizes to safely use renewable energy in
order to reduce fuel consumption and lower harmful emissions in a cost effective way. The Aquarius Eco Ship is an example of how
this system could be integrated into a new ship design although it is also suitable for existing ship designs and could be retro-fitted
to vessels already in service.
The Aquarius Eco Ship is another example of how Eco Marine Power is developing designs to move shipping towards a more
sustainable future.
EnergySail
Wind & Solar Power for Low Emission Shipping!
The EnergySail (patent pending) is revolutionary device designed by Eco Marine Power that will allow ships to harness the power
of the wind and sun in order to reduce fuel costs plus lower noxious gas and carbon emissions. The EnergySail is unlike any other
sail - it can be used even when a ship is at anchor or in port and has been designed to withstand high winds or even sudden microbursts.
An example of how the EnergySail could be incorporated into a modern ship design is the Aquarius Eco Ship. This low emission sustainable ship design concept includes an EnergySail array and other technologies that solar & wind power can be used to reduce
fuel consumption and lower noxious gas emissions on commercial ocean going ships.
Can be integrated with other systems and equipment on-board ships via control system architecture.
Designed to be safe, robust & reliable. Multiple layers of safety are incorporated into the design.
Depending on the number, size, shape and configuration of the rigid sails it is estimated that the system will reduce a vessels annual
fuel consumption by up to 20%.
At this stage it is planned to utilise CIS solar module technology because of their performance plus they also comply with European
RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) regulations. However other solar cell technologies are being studied and may also
used.
On a large bulk ore carrier the total installed solar power could be 500 kWp or more. However as the cost of solar panels decrease
and their efficiency increases, it may become feasible to expand the capacity of the installed solar power towards 1 MWp.
Future Developments
The large scale use of modern renewable energy technology on ships is still in its infancy. As various technologies develop in the
years ahead, we are likely to see the adoption of wind & solar power solutions in a variety of forms become widespread across the
shipping sector.
The control, energy storage and power management systems for these solutions is sometimes over-looked but they will play a
critical role in terms of making renewable energy a viable source of energy on-board the ships of the future.
For more information about the various development projects at Eco Marine Power (EMP) please
visit:http://www.ecomarinepower.com/en/research