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DC GRID SYSTEM INNOVATIONS FOR MARINE VESSELS: AN EVALUATION USING MV VICTORIA AS A CASE

Asha Emmanuel Nyangasa
Published 20 January 2025
Vol. 11, No. 02 (2023)
pp. 81-89
CC BY 4.0
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    Asha Emmanuel Nyangasa
    Department of Marine Engineering, Dar es salaam Maritime Institute, P.O. Box 6727, 1/19 Sokoine Drive, Dar es salaam
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The maritime industry's growing need for energy efficiency and reduced environmental impact has driven the exploration of alternative power distribution methods, such as Direct Current (DC) grid systems. This study examines the potential benefits of integrating a DC grid system into marine vessels, using MV Victoria as a case study. Compared to traditional diesel propulsion systems, DC grids offer advantages like enhanced energy efficiency, better integration of renewable energy sources, and minimized energy losses. Through simulations of power flow, voltage stability, and system reliability, the research identifies significant improvements in fuel efficiency and greenhouse gas emission reduction, along with challenges like initial investment costs and safety concerns. The findings suggest that adopting a DC grid system could significantly modernize marine vessels by improving energy efficiency and meeting stringent environmental standards. Further research is recommended to address technical and economic challenges to encourage broader adoption of DC grids in the maritime sector.

JournalApplied Sciences, Engineering, and Technology Journal
ISSN3064-8408
Volume / IssueVol. 11, No. 02 (2023)
Pages81-89
Published20 January 2025
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LicenseCC BY 4.0 — reuse with attribution
PublisherKeith Publications
Nyangasa, A. (2025). DC GRID SYSTEM INNOVATIONS FOR MARINE VESSELS: AN EVALUATION USING MV VICTORIA AS A CASE. Applied Sciences, Engineering, and Technology Journal, Vol. 11 No. 02, pp. 81-89

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