ELegance pod system

ELegance Pods, Sustainable electric propulsion

The ELegance pod system combines the direct electric motor driven Pod, matched with our offerings of electric system solutions. These Pods provide propulsion for precise and efficient vessel operation. It has a built-in permanent magnet electric motor for optimal efficiency over a large speed range, combined with an excellent hydrodynamic design developed in our well renowned Hydrodynamic Research Centre.

Elegance pods are designed for a sustainable marine future. With its low oil content and double barrier seal solution, the Elegance pods are designed to protect the ocean. Optimised for high system performance through compact design and high hydrodynamic efficiency and with the patented Twin Tail provides high unit efficiency, as well as reducing noise and vibrations. The ELegance pods are available for various applications including ice optimized designs.

The pods can be delivered with our active front-end converters as standalone units. These can be fed from:
•    A conventional 690 V system
•    A medium-voltage distribution system through transformers

The pods can also be delivered with LVD-2 low-voltage drive converters as a DC multi-drive solution. Our LVD-2 systems are designed to fit various types of vessels, giving an enhanced diesel-electric performance that is optimised for each shipowner’s use. Batteries from the Kongsberg Maritime portfolio can be integrated into the LVD-2 systems. This enables peak-shaving functionality on the engines and increases the redundancy in the propulsion system. The LVD-2 system can then deliver continuous power to the pods allowing a power-generating capacity reduction of up to 30 per cent. This means that the pods can operate on battery power alone when in the harbour or for limited periods with zero emissions, depending on the battery capacity.

Key features

• Compact and efficient PM motor
• Combined cooling by air and surrounding seawater
• System based Drive, Motor and Hydrodynamic design optimization
• Adjustable design to provide optimal adaptation to hull
• Patented Twin-Tail for improved efficiency and cavitation behaviour
• Innoduct ^TM nozzle design for high bollard pull and free running efficiency
• Oil lubricated roller bearings
• VGP proven Anti-Pollution Seal System to ensure environmentally safe operation (Also on mineral oil)
• Ice class capability up to PC6 /FS1A*
• Easy access to all service points
• Plug-and-play: Safe and easy fitting of units to the hull without heavy lifting equipment utilizing simple interfaces
• Underwater mounting and maintenance feasibility
• Strong operational support, both for system monitoring and maintenance
• Design by KONGSBERG Hydrodynamic Research Centre

KEY Benefits

• Low fuel consumption
• Effective manoeuvrability and station keeping
• Compact inboard installation
• Silent operation
• Fast response time
• Efficient maintenance and long service intervals
• Easy installation
• Strong equipment health monitoring capability
• High end Hydrodynamic support
• KONGSBERG global service support

APPLICATIONS

NAVAL

• Auxiliary
• Coastguard

CRUISE & PASSENGER

• Super/Mega Yachts
• Expedition cruise
• Ropax

OFFSHORE

• Rigs & Platforms
• Support vessels
• Heavy lift
• Windfarm installation
• Fishfarms

Cargo

• Coastal with many port stops
• All-electric vessels