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  1. mchaisson

    Cycloconverter Upgrade info

    Hi The generators are common to the hotel bus. The ship can run in split bus mode however it rarely does due to fuel efficiency. The ship can steam at 12 Knots on one Main engine for example with all services available. To ScottyUK, you are correct. There is no DC link. The CCV is a 12...
  2. mchaisson

    Cycloconverter Upgrade info

    Hi Drivesrock To answer your three questions: 1) The power is fine for the application. More power of course would be nice but then the hull strength, shafting, propellors and available power from the Propulsion generators come into play. 2) The power Thyristors can still be purchased (...
  3. mchaisson

    Cycloconverter Upgrade info

    Hello The motor does produce up to 8000Hp at 180Rpm or 18Hz. It is not able to run much beyond that speed due to damage that would occur from centrifigal forces. This is very basic desciption of course. I understand nothing of that size is COTS but as it stands now we have the only 2 versions...
  4. mchaisson

    Cycloconverter Upgrade info

    Hello all I am new to this site. I have currently been tasked with developing a budget/project scope for upgrading a cycloconveter drive on an ocean going icebreaker. I am looking for similar type upgrades that can give an idea of the type of equipment out there. Due to privacy/competition...

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