Evaluating electric boat with inboard jet propulsion for patrol vessel

Wong, Khen Peng (2023) Evaluating electric boat with inboard jet propulsion for patrol vessel. Project Report. Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka, Melaka, Malaysia. (Submitted)

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Abstract

As a result of the rising demand for fuel energy and the impending depletion of fossil fuels, the majority of boat users are now burdened by greater fuel costs. Renewable energy is perhaps the greatest answer to this issue. Therefore, these programs aimed to resolve the issue by substituting fossil fuel energy with sustainable solar energy. This project involves the design and construction of a solar-powered boat propelled by an electric motor supplied by photovoltaic (PV) panels and using solar energy. The PV panels must be fitted and installed on the vessel without impairing the ride quality. This is a cost-effective means of recreation or travel across relatively small distances. The suggested solar powerboat would consist of solar panels (photovoltaic cells) as sunlight collectors that operate as the power generator, which will be supplemented by a battery as storage power for the boat and a directcurrent (DC) motor that will replace the gasoline engine. The technology utilizes a solar panel, rechargeable battery, and electric motor to construct a solar-powered electric watercraft. A solar collector is attached to a rechargeable battery for collecting solar energy and converting it to electrical power for delivery to the battery for recharging. A rechargeable battery is linked to an electric motor to provide the motor with electrical power. The charging procedure will be controlled by a PWM-operating solar charger controller. The whole system will begin by converting sunlight to energy, which will then be transferred to the battery. The load that employed the dc motor will thereafter be operational. Both charging and operating the load will occur simultaneously. In addition, this solar boat is designed to limit and economize the amount of power used by its electric engine, optimize the value of solar energy in citizen lives without wasting it, and subsequently expand the system for commercial usage. This solar power technology allows human to cut our gasoline use. Additionally, this strategy reduces the air pollution caused by the gasoline engine. In conclusion, solar energy will be used to power the solar-powered electric boat, which will be fed by photovoltaic panels.

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