What choices are available to power the thruster unit?
The Right Angle thruster is available in either 50 or 60 Hz AC Electric Drive configurations or Hydraulic Drive configurations. A proportional control is available for both hydraulic and electric drive packages. For electric drive packages, an AC inverter can supply proportional control. For hydraulic drive packages, the thruster can be supplied with a closed loop hydrostatic drive, which also provides proportional control. For both In-Line and hydraulic Right Angle thrusters, NAIAD typically drives the thruster pump from either a Generator or Main Engine PTO. The available power from either of these sources is evaluated to arrive at the best possible match for the vessel.
