Self Propulsion Dynamometer

About Self Propulsion Dynamometer

Overview

The Self Propulsion Dynamometer is a precision instrument designed for measuring thrust, torque, and rotational speed in self-propulsion model tests. It is widely used in towing tanks and marine research facilities for accurate evaluation of propulsion performance.

Key Features

• Simultaneous measurement of thrust and torque
• High accuracy and stable performance
• Compact and lightweight design for model integration
• Suitable for self-propulsion experiments in towing tanks
• Compatible with data acquisition systems

 Specifications

• Thrust Measurement Range: Up to approx. 20 N
• Torque Measurement Range: Approx. 0.2 Nm
• Maximum Rotational Speed: Approx. 2400 rpm
• Accuracy (Thrust): 0.5% Full Scale (FS)
• Accuracy (Torque): 0.5% FS
• Rotational Speed Accuracy: 0.5% FS
• Temperature Drift: 0.05% FS / C
• Output Signal: Analog output (2 channels)
• Signal Range: Approx. 5 V DC

Performance Characteristics

• High-resolution sensing for precise propulsion analysis
• Stable output over extended test durations
• Low temperature drift for consistent measurements
• Multi-channel output for synchronized data collection

Applications

• Self-propulsion model testing
• Propeller performance evaluation
• Marine propulsion research
• Hydrodynamic studies
• Academic and industrial R&D