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Rolls-Royce impressed with Saertex prototype

The propulsion system has been specifically constructed for the Benetti F125 superyacht of the Azimut Benetti Group.

8th December 2016

Innovation in Textiles
 |  Düsseldorf

Transport/​Aerospace, Sports/​Outdoor

The propulsion system has been specifically constructed for the Benetti F125 superyacht of the Azimut Benetti Group and is a mechanical steerable propulsion thruster with a pulling propeller, for powering leisure craft and commercial vessels at speeds of up to 30 knots. Similar components are currently comprised mostly of steel, but for a high power-to-weight ratio and to achieve the hydrodynamic shape, Rolls-Royce requested a composite solution from Saertex.

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