ELegance pod system
Podded propulsion system with Permanent Magnet motor technology for optimal system efficiency and compact design.
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
TECHNICAL DATA PULLING POD
Size | 850 | 960 | 1080 | 1230 | 1380 | 1570 |
Max Power [kW] | 2000 | 2700 | 3800 | 4600 | 6100 | 7500 |
Propeller diameter (m) | 1.8-2.9 | 2.1-3.4 | 2.4-3.9 | 2.7-4.4 | 3.0-4.9 | 3.3-5.4 |
Shaft speed (rpm) | 145-365 | 130-325 | 117-290 | 106-250 | 95-220 | 88-192 |
Height (Hts)(mm) | 1600 1800 2000 |
1900 2150 2400 |
2200 2500 2800 |
2550 2900 3250 |
2800 3200 3600 |
3000 3450 3900 |
Approx. weight (tonnes) | 30 | 41 | 50 | 65 | 80 | 100 |
TECHNICAL DATA DUCTED POD
Size | 1080 | 1230 | 1380 | 1570 |
Maximum Power | 3350 | 4300 | 5600 | 7100 |
BP thrust [tonnes]* | 60 | 76 | 99 | 126 |
Propeller diameter [m]* | 3.0 | 3.4 | 3,9 | 4.4 |
3,2 | 3,6 | 4,1 | 4,6 | |
H [mm] | 4175 4300 |
4725 4850 |
5375 5500 |
6025 6150 |
Approx. weight [tonnes] | 57 | 72 | 90 | 115 |
* With the larger propeller, the BP thrust can be achived at lower than max power.
Services and support
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24/7 Technical support
Our 24/7 technical support team is there to help at any time, day or night, wherever your vessel is.
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Conversions, retrofit and refit
We understand the importance of having the right parts, available in the right place, at the right time.
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Training
Ensure that your crew is properly and thoroughly trained. This will reduce operational risk, downtime and maximise return on asset investment.