Electric Propulsion System for Sailing Yachts

ZF is currently testing its electric propulsion system concept under real-life conditions. An innovation vessel equipped with the system has been cruising Lake Garda since September 2019. The prototype comes with a 60 kWh lithium-ion battery and achieves an average sustained speed of 7 knots (13 km/h) with a range of around 30 nautical miles (55.5 km). The battery pack is positioned at the stern and is provided with a cooling system for best performance. For this new electric propulsion system, ZF uses an electric motor with a maximum output of 125 kW instead of the usual diesel unit. The electric motor connects to the ZF Steerable Pod Propulsion system (SPP) where maneuverability is further improved thanks to smooth control of the electric motor with no clutches. More about our technologies for sailing boats and yachts: https://www.zf.com/products/en/marine... #SPP #emobility #sailing #electrification #marine #drive #application #sea #ocean #maritime #vessel #boat #propulsion #ZF #industrial #technology #industrialtechnology