Marine Propulsion for Decarbonization

Edited by Luca Marchitto,Cinzia Tornatore

ISBN13: 9780443241086

Imprint: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Format: Paperback / softback

Published: 01/10/2025

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Description
Marine Propulsion for Decarbonization provides essential information on how the marine shipping sector can undergo a systemic transformation. Sections examine state-of-the-art propulsion advancements, with a thorough analysis of internal combustion engine components and their optimized design. Technical discussions on various zero- or low-carbon fuels properties and combustion characterization are included alongside a description of the most effective emission after-treatment solutions. Final sections examine ship electrification and the steep technological hurdles the industry still faces. The comprehensive excursus offered by the highly expert, international group of authors ensures that instrumental knowledge is made available for readers both in academia and professional settings to accelerate the pace of the global energy transition and decarbonization.
1. Introduction 2. Future Maritime Trade Flows and Climate Change 3. Emission Regulations 4. Marine Propulsion: Present and Future 5. Components and Principles of Marine Internal Combustion Engines 6. Fuels for Marine Propulsion 7. Synthetic Liquids and Gases for Marine Propulsion 8. Methanol for Marine Propulsion 9. Hydrogen for Marine Propulsion 10. Ammonia for Marine Propulsion 11. Emission After-treatment Systems for Marine Internal Combustion Engines 12. Ship Electrification 13. Advanced Electric Thrusters
  • Alternative & renewable energy sources & technology
  • Ship design & naval architecture
  • Professional & Vocational
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