Валидация методики оптимизации пропульсивного комплекса транспортного судна

Abstract

Object and purpose of research. This research was intended to validate supercomputer-based optimization procedure for propulsion systems of carrier ships, with a case study of hull shape and propeller optimization for a Project 1594 vessel. Materials and methods. The optimization proceeds in Russian software package pSeven. The computation core is Siemens Star CCM+ software. Three-dimensional parametric model of the propeller is generated in KSRC-developed BladePlus software, whereas three-dimensional parametric model of the hull is generated in Siemens NX software package. Hydrodynamic parameters of the propulsion system are obtained as per CFD methods. Viscous flow parameters are obtained through control volume-based solution of unsteady Reynolds equations (URANS) closed by biparametric semi-empirical turbulence model. Main results. The study yielded a new bow shape offering lower wave-making resistance for the same overall dimensions. It also yielded a new shape of propeller offering higher efficiency than the initial one taking into account the limitations for available shaft torque. Design hydrodynamic parameters have been confirmed by the model test data obtained at KSRC Deepwater Test Tank. Propulsion performance calculation has shown a growth in the achievable speed of the optimized propulsion system in different running conditions. Conclusion. The optimization studies intended to improve propulsion efficiency of Project 1594 ships yielded new shapes for hull and propeller. The solution thus obtained features high propeller efficiency and low wave-making resistance of the hull. Numerical simulation results have been confirmed with experimental data.