Abstract

at least one baffle plate positioned about the perimeter of the at least one buoyant tubular foil so as to protrude into the flow of water passing by the perimeter of the at least one buoyant tubular foil, whereby to create a high-pressure zone fore of the at least one baffle plate and a low-pressure zone immediately aft of the at least one baffle plate, whereby to create a dense stream of supercavitated water immediately aft of the at least one baffle plate.

IPC Classes  ?

• B63B 1/14 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement with multiple hulls the hulls being interconnected resiliently
• B63G 8/08 - Propulsion
• B63G 13/00 - Other offensive or defensive arrangements on vesselsVessels characterised thereby
• B63B 1/32 - Other means for varying the inherent hydrodynamic characteristics of hulls
• B63B 3/00 - Hulls characterised by their structure or component parts
• B63H 1/04 - Propulsive elements directly acting on water of rotary type with rotation axis substantially at right angles to propulsive direction, e.g. paddle wheels
• B63G 8/00 - Underwater vessels, e.g. submarines
• B63B 35/00 - Vessels or similar floating structures specially adapted for specific purposes and not otherwise provided for
• B63B 1/38 - Other means for varying the inherent hydrodynamic characteristics of hulls by reducing surface friction using air bubbles or air layers
• B63H 1/18 - Propellers with means for diminishing cavitation, e.g. supercavitation
• F42B 19/12 - Propulsion specially adapted for torpedoes
• B63B 1/10 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement with multiple hulls
• B63G 1/00 - Arrangements of guns or missile launchersVessels characterised thereby

Abstract

at least one baffle plate positioned about the perimeter of the at least one buoyant tubular foil so as to protrude into the flow of water passing by the perimeter of the at least one buoyant tubular foil, whereby to create a high-pressure zone fore of the at least one baffle plate and a low-pressure zone immediately aft of the at least one baffle plate, whereby to create a dense stream of supercavitated water immediately aft of the at least one baffle plate.

IPC Classes  ?

• B63G 13/00 - Other offensive or defensive arrangements on vesselsVessels characterised thereby
• B63G 8/08 - Propulsion
• B63B 1/32 - Other means for varying the inherent hydrodynamic characteristics of hulls
• B63B 3/00 - Hulls characterised by their structure or component parts
• B63H 1/04 - Propulsive elements directly acting on water of rotary type with rotation axis substantially at right angles to propulsive direction, e.g. paddle wheels
• B63G 8/00 - Underwater vessels, e.g. submarines
• B63B 35/00 - Vessels or similar floating structures specially adapted for specific purposes and not otherwise provided for
• B63B 1/38 - Other means for varying the inherent hydrodynamic characteristics of hulls by reducing surface friction using air bubbles or air layers
• B63B 1/14 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement with multiple hulls the hulls being interconnected resiliently
• B63H 1/18 - Propellers with means for diminishing cavitation, e.g. supercavitation
• F42B 19/12 - Propulsion specially adapted for torpedoes
• B63B 1/10 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement with multiple hulls
• B63G 1/00 - Arrangements of guns or missile launchersVessels characterised thereby

Abstract

A marine vessel comprising a command module, first and second buoyant tubular foils, and first and second struts for connecting the first and second buoyant tubular foils to the command module, respectively, wherein the first and second buoyant tubular foils provide substantially all buoyancy required for the marine vessel, and wherein the marine vessel further comprises first and second engines enclosed within the first and second buoyant tubular foils, respectively, and first and second propulsion units connected to the first and second engines, respectively, for moving the marine vessel through water, and means for reducing drag on the vessel as the vessel moves through water.

IPC Classes  ?

• B63B 1/20 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving additional lift from hydrodynamic forces of hydroplane type having more than one planing surface
• B63B 1/14 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement with multiple hulls the hulls being interconnected resiliently
• B63B 1/10 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement with multiple hulls
• B63B 1/38 - Other means for varying the inherent hydrodynamic characteristics of hulls by reducing surface friction using air bubbles or air layers
• B63G 8/08 - Propulsion
• B63H 5/07 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers
• B63H 5/10 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller of coaxial type, e.g. of counter-rotative type
• F42B 10/42 - Streamlined projectiles
• F42B 19/12 - Propulsion specially adapted for torpedoes
• B63H 1/10 - Propulsive elements directly acting on water of rotary type with rotation axis substantially at right angles to propulsive direction, e.g. paddle wheels with adjustable vanes or blades with cyclic adjustment with blades extending axially from a disc-shaped rotary body
• B63B 1/28 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving additional lift from hydrodynamic forces of hydrofoil type with movable hydrofoils
• B63H 5/08 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller
• B63H 21/16 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven relating to gas turbines
• B63H 21/32 - Arrangements of propulsion power-unit exhaust uptakesFunnels peculiar to vessels
• B63H 5/00 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water
• B63B 35/00 - Vessels or similar floating structures specially adapted for specific purposes and not otherwise provided for

Abstract

said at least one propeller being of a size and configuration such that when it is rotated at an appropriate speed, it generates supercavitated water flowing from said at least one propeller and thence along an outer surface of said hull so as to diminish friction on the outer surface of said hull and facilitate high underwater speeds.

IPC Classes  ?

• B63G 8/08 - Propulsion
• B63G 8/00 - Underwater vessels, e.g. submarines
• B63B 1/38 - Other means for varying the inherent hydrodynamic characteristics of hulls by reducing surface friction using air bubbles or air layers
• B63H 25/44 - Steering or slowing-down by extensible flaps or the like
• B63G 8/14 - Control of attitude or depth
• B63H 5/07 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers
• F42B 10/42 - Streamlined projectiles
• F42B 19/12 - Propulsion specially adapted for torpedoes
• B63G 8/20 - Steering equipment
• B63G 8/36 - Adaptations of ventilation, cooling, heating, or air-conditioning
• B63H 1/18 - Propellers with means for diminishing cavitation, e.g. supercavitation
• B63B 9/00 - Methods of designing, building, maintaining, converting, refitting, repairing, or determining properties of, vessels, not otherwise provided for
• B63B 1/10 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement with multiple hulls
• B60F 3/00 - Amphibious vehicles, i.e. vehicles capable of travelling both on land and on waterLand vehicles capable of travelling under water
• B63H 5/10 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller of coaxial type, e.g. of counter-rotative type
• B63H 21/20 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being powered by combinations of different types of propulsion units
• B63B 1/14 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement with multiple hulls the hulls being interconnected resiliently
• B63G 13/02 - Camouflage
• B63H 5/00 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water
• B63B 1/34 - Other means for varying the inherent hydrodynamic characteristics of hulls by reducing surface friction

Abstract

A marine vessel comprising: at least one buoyant tubular foil; and at least one baffle plate positioned about the perimeter of the at least one buoyant tubular foil so as to protrude into the flow of water passing by the perimeter of the at least one buoyant tubular foil, whereby to create a highpressure zone fore of the at least one baffle plate and a low-pressure zone immediately aft of the at least one baffle plate, whereby to create a dense stream of supercavitated water immediately aft of the at least one baffle plate.

IPC Classes  ?

• B63H 21/20 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being powered by combinations of different types of propulsion units
• B63G 8/40 - Rescue equipment for personnel

Abstract

at least one passageway connecting the at least one fluid opening to a source of fluid.

IPC Classes  ?

• B63B 1/32 - Other means for varying the inherent hydrodynamic characteristics of hulls
• B63B 1/24 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving additional lift from hydrodynamic forces of hydrofoil type
• B63G 8/00 - Underwater vessels, e.g. submarines
• F42B 19/00 - Marine torpedoes, e.g. launched by surface vessels or submarinesSea mines having self-propulsion means
• B63H 5/08 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller
• B63B 1/26 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving additional lift from hydrodynamic forces of hydrofoil type having more than one hydrofoil

Abstract

at least one baffle plate positioned about the perimeter of the at least one buoyant tubular foil so as to protrude into the flow of water passing by the perimeter of the at least one buoyant tubular foil, whereby to create a high-pressure zone fore of the at least one baffle plate and a low-pressure zone immediately aft of the at least one baffle plate, whereby to create a dense stream of supercavitated water immediately aft of the at least one baffle plate.

IPC Classes  ?

• B63B 1/30 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving additional lift from hydrodynamic forces of hydrofoil type with movable hydrofoils retracting or folding
• B63G 13/00 - Other offensive or defensive arrangements on vesselsVessels characterised thereby
• B63B 1/32 - Other means for varying the inherent hydrodynamic characteristics of hulls
• B63B 3/00 - Hulls characterised by their structure or component parts
• B63H 1/04 - Propulsive elements directly acting on water of rotary type with rotation axis substantially at right angles to propulsive direction, e.g. paddle wheels
• B63G 8/00 - Underwater vessels, e.g. submarines
• B63B 1/38 - Other means for varying the inherent hydrodynamic characteristics of hulls by reducing surface friction using air bubbles or air layers
• B63B 1/14 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement with multiple hulls the hulls being interconnected resiliently
• B63H 1/18 - Propellers with means for diminishing cavitation, e.g. supercavitation
• F42B 19/12 - Propulsion specially adapted for torpedoes
• B63B 1/10 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement with multiple hulls
• B63B 35/00 - Vessels or similar floating structures specially adapted for specific purposes and not otherwise provided for

Abstract

a plurality of nozzles disposed on the outer surface of said hull, aft of said inlet, wherein said plurality of nozzles are configured to release a friction-reducing fluid, whereby the friction-reducing fluid displaces water from the surface of said hull so as to diminish friction on the outer surface of said hull and facilitate high speeds.

IPC Classes  ?

• B63G 8/08 - Propulsion
• B63H 25/44 - Steering or slowing-down by extensible flaps or the like
• B63H 23/24 - Transmitting power from propulsion power plant to propulsive elements with non-mechanical gearing electric
• B63B 1/34 - Other means for varying the inherent hydrodynamic characteristics of hulls by reducing surface friction
• B63B 1/10 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement with multiple hulls
• B63B 1/38 - Other means for varying the inherent hydrodynamic characteristics of hulls by reducing surface friction using air bubbles or air layers
• B63G 8/14 - Control of attitude or depth
• B63H 5/07 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers
• F42B 10/42 - Streamlined projectiles
• F42B 19/12 - Propulsion specially adapted for torpedoes
• B60F 3/00 - Amphibious vehicles, i.e. vehicles capable of travelling both on land and on waterLand vehicles capable of travelling under water
• B63G 8/00 - Underwater vessels, e.g. submarines
• B63H 5/10 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller of coaxial type, e.g. of counter-rotative type
• B63H 21/20 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being powered by combinations of different types of propulsion units
• B63B 1/14 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement with multiple hulls the hulls being interconnected resiliently
• B63G 13/02 - Camouflage
• B63H 5/00 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water

Abstract

wherein the marine vessel further comprises first and second engines enclosed within the first and second buoyant tubular foils, respectively, and first and second propulsion units connected to the first and second engines, respectively, for moving the marine vessel through the water.

IPC Classes  ?

• B63B 1/20 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving additional lift from hydrodynamic forces of hydroplane type having more than one planing surface
• B63B 1/14 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement with multiple hulls the hulls being interconnected resiliently
• B63B 1/10 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement with multiple hulls
• B63H 21/16 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven relating to gas turbines
• B63B 1/38 - Other means for varying the inherent hydrodynamic characteristics of hulls by reducing surface friction using air bubbles or air layers
• B63H 25/44 - Steering or slowing-down by extensible flaps or the like
• B63H 5/07 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers
• B63H 5/10 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller of coaxial type, e.g. of counter-rotative type
• B63B 1/34 - Other means for varying the inherent hydrodynamic characteristics of hulls by reducing surface friction
• B63H 5/08 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller
• B63H 21/38 - Apparatus or methods specially adapted for use on marine vessels, for handling power plant or unit liquids, e.g. lubricants, coolants, fuels or the like
• B63B 11/04 - Constructional features of bunkers or ballast tanks, e.g. with elastic walls
• B63B 17/00 - Vessels parts, details, or accessories, not otherwise provided for
• B63H 21/32 - Arrangements of propulsion power-unit exhaust uptakesFunnels peculiar to vessels
• B63G 13/02 - Camouflage
• B63H 5/00 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water

Abstract

A marine vessel comprising: a command module; first and second buoyant tubular foils; and first and second struts for connecting the first and second buoyant tubular foils to the command module, respectively; wherein the first and second buoyant tubular foils provide substantially all of the buoyancy required for the marine vessel; and wherein the marine vessel further comprises first and second engines enclosed within the first and second buoyant tubular foils, respectively, and first and second propulsion units connected to the first and second engines, respectively, for moving the marine vessel through the water.

IPC Classes  ?

• B63B 1/24 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving additional lift from hydrodynamic forces of hydrofoil type

Abstract

said at least one propeller being of a size and configuration such that when it is rotated at an appropriate speed, it generates supercavitated water flowing from said at least one propeller and then along an outer surface of said hull so as to diminish friction on the outer surface of said hull and facilitate high underwater speeds.

IPC Classes  ?

• B63G 8/00 - Underwater vessels, e.g. submarines

Abstract

A submersible vessel comprising: an elongated hull; at least one propeller mounted on a forward end of said hull and adapted to move said hull through water; said at least one propeller being of a size and configuration such that when it is rotated at an appropriate speed, it generates supercavitated water flowing from said at least one propeller and thence along an outer surface of said hull so as to diminish friction on the outer surface of said hull and facilitate high underwater speeds.

IPC Classes  ?

• B63B 1/36 - Other means for varying the inherent hydrodynamic characteristics of hulls by reducing surface friction using mechanical means

Abstract

A marine vessel comprising a command module, first and second buoyant tubular foils, and first and second struts for connecting the first and second buoyant tubular foils to the command module, respectively, wherein the first and second buoyant tubular foils provide substantially all buoyancy required for the marine vessel, and wherein the marine vessel further comprises first and second engines enclosed within the first and second buoyant tubular foils, respectively, and first and second propulsion units connected to the first and second engines, respectively, for moving the marine vessel through water, and means for reducing drag on the vessel as the vessel moves through water.

IPC Classes  ?

• B63G 8/08 - Propulsion
• B63H 5/07 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers
• F42B 19/12 - Propulsion specially adapted for torpedoes
• B63B 1/38 - Other means for varying the inherent hydrodynamic characteristics of hulls by reducing surface friction using air bubbles or air layers
• F42B 10/42 - Streamlined projectiles
• B63H 21/32 - Arrangements of propulsion power-unit exhaust uptakesFunnels peculiar to vessels
• B63H 21/16 - Use of propulsion power plant or units on vessels the vessels being motor-driven relating to gas turbines
• B63H 5/10 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water of propellers of more than one propeller of coaxial type, e.g. of counter-rotative type
• B63B 1/14 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving lift mainly from water displacement with multiple hulls the hulls being interconnected resiliently
• B63H 5/00 - Arrangements on vessels of propulsion elements directly acting on water

Abstract

A marine vessel comprising: a command module; first and second buoyant tubular foils; and first and second struts for connecting the first and second buoyant tubular foils to the command module, respectively; wherein the first and second buoyant tubular foils provide substantially all of the buoyancy required for the marine vessel; and wherein the marine vessel further comprises first and second engines enclosed within the first and second buoyant tubular foils, respectively, and first and second propulsion units connected to the first and second engines, respectively, for moving the marine vessel through the water.

IPC Classes  ?

• B63B 1/30 - Hydrodynamic or hydrostatic features of hulls or of hydrofoils deriving additional lift from hydrodynamic forces of hydrofoil type with movable hydrofoils retracting or folding