Evaluating electric boat with inboard engine for fishing vessel

Lazarus, Moses Lian (2023) Evaluating electric boat with inboard engine for fishing vessel. Project Report. Melaka, Malaysia, Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka. (Submitted)

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Abstract

The majority of people who use boats today have to deal with higher fuel expenses as a consequence of the increased demand for fuel energy and the imminent depletion of fossil resources. Renewable sources of energy are likely the most effective solution to this problem. As a result, the purpose of these studies was to find a solution to the problem by using renewable solar energy rather than energy derived from fossil fuels. As part of this project, a solar-powered boat will be designed and built from the ground up. The boat will be driven by an electric motor that is supplied by photovoltaic (PV) panels, and it will transform solar energy into electric energy. On the vessel, the photovoltaic panels need to be fitted and mounted in a way that does not compromise the ride quality. This is a fun and inexpensive way to travel across shorter distances, and it also serves as a form of transportation. The proposed design for a solar powerboat would include photovoltaic panels, which would act as sunlight collectors and also as the power generator. These panels would be supplemented by a battery, which would serve as storage for the boat's power, and a direct-current (DC) motor, which would take the place of the boat's traditional gasoline engine. A solar-powered electric watercraft may be constructed with the use of this technology by combining a solar panel, a rechargeable battery, and an electric motor. Solar energy is collected by a solar collector that is connected to a rechargeable battery. This solar energy is then converted into electrical power and sent to the battery so that it may be recharged. An electric motor receives its supply of electrical power from a battery that can be recharged, which is connected to the motor. An operational solar charger controller is going to be in charge of controlling the charging process. The process of turning sunlight into energy will kick off the whole system. This energy will then be transferred to the battery. After then, the dc motor-driven load that was inoperative will become operational again. The process of charging and running the load will take place at the same time. In addition, the amount of power that is used by the solar boat's electric engine will be limited and conserved thanks to the design of this vessel. In addition, the value of solar energy will be maximised in everyday life without being wasted, and the system will subsequently be expanded for use in commercial settings. Through the usage of this solar power technology, humans are able to reduce their use of gasoline. In addition to that, this tactic lessens the amount of carbon dioxide emissions produced by the gasoline engine. In conclusion, photovoltaic panels will be utilised to convert sunlight into electricity that will be used to power the solar-powered electric boat.

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