Investigation of Combined Power Plant of Solar and Petrol System for W23 Boat
Student: Leonard Oseremhen Okoyomon (Project, 2025)
Department of Marine Engineering
Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun, Delta State
Abstract
This project investigates a hybrid propulsion system combining solar and petrol energy for a W23 passenger boat. The system integrates a 200HP petrol outboard engine with a 40HP solar-powered battery system, where solar panels installed onshore recharge the batteries. The hybrid configuration ensures quiet, emission-free operation in eco-sensitive areas while providing extended range and reliability through the petrol engine. Using SolidWorks, the hull design was modeled, and Maxsurf software estimated total and frictional resistance, as well as the effective power required for maximum performance. The study demonstrates that the hybrid configuration enhances efficiency, minimizes emissions, and provides a sustainable solution for marine transport.
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- Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Kwara State 1
- Lead City University, Ibadan, Oyo State 1
- Lens Polytechnic, offa, Kwara State. 215
- Madonna University, Elele, Rivers State 20
- Madonna University, Okija, Anambra State 2
- Mcpherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ogun State 1
- Michael and Cecilia Ibru University, Owhrode, Delta State 1
- Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike 43
- Michael Otedola Col of Primary Educ. Epe, Lagos (affl To University of Ibadan) 8
- Modibbo Adama University, Yola, Adamawa State 15