СУДНО, ИМЕЮЩЕЕ ОТСЕК ДЛЯ СОДЕРЖАНИЯ ВОДЫ

Изобретение относится к области судостроения и касается обеспечения мер защиты судовых конструкций от биообрастания. Судно имеет отсек (34) для содержания воды, причем отсек (34) имеет по меньшей мере одно отверстие (31) в стенке (30) для обеспечения прохождения воды через него. Отсек (34) содержит узел (1) решетки (10) и по меньшей мере один источник (20) защиты от биообрастания, причем решетка (10) расположена в отверстии (31) для предотвращения прохождения объектов через отверстие (31) вместе с водой и содержит несколько элементов и промежутков между элементами, и источник (20) защиты от биообрастания выполнен с возможностью излучения ультрафиолетового света во время работы для реализации защиты от биообрастания по меньшей мере участка решетки (10). По меньшей мере один из элементов решетки (10) по меньшей мере частично проницаем для ультрафиолетового света, что обеспечивает конструкцию узла (1), в которой может быть гарантирована защита от биообрастания всей решетки (10). 9 з.п. ф-лы ...

ПЛАВУЧАЯ МОРСКАЯ ДОБЫВАЮЩАЯ ПЛАТФОРМА

Изобретение относится к плавучей морской добывающей платформе. Платформа состоит из полупогружного корпуса платформы в форме цилиндра, расположенного вертикально выше и ниже уровня моря. Корпус платформы имеет вогнутую часть, которая уменьшает площадь его поперечного сечения. Вогнутая часть образована дискретно на наружной периферийной поверхности корпуса платформы, при этом глубина погружения платформы регулируется таким образом, чтобы в экстремальных морских условиях ватерлиния располагалась на уровне вогнутой части. Предотвращается вертикальный резонанс платформы в условиях экстремального волнения моря за счет увеличения периода собственных колебаний вертикальной качки платформы. 6 з.п. ф-лы, 5 ил.

Закрываемый шпигат для маломерного судна

Закрываемый шпигат для маломерного судна с применением плоского рукава из эластичного материала, герметично закрепляемого между транцем и дном, и в положении "закрыто" поднимаемого на транец. Полезная модель может применяться в малом судостроении. Обладает повышенной пропускной способностью и высокой степенью удаления воды. Характеризуется отсутствием затопления кокпита во время стоянки.

СУДНО И СПОСОБ ЕГО ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ

Изобретение относится к судостроению и касается конструкции судна, в частности конструкции топливного бака, и способа эксплуатации судна. Судно имеет смежный с его корпусом топливный бак, имеющий по крайней мере одну расположенную вдоль корпуса судна топливонепроницаемую перегородку. Топливонепроницаемая перегородка делит бак на два и более отдельных отсеков. Один из отсеков примыкает к корпусу и один расположен на некотором расстоянии от корпуса. Каждый отсек оборудован системой трубопроводов, обеспечивающей заполнение их топливом независимо друг от друга и подачу к двигателю и/или котельной установке судна. До откачки топлива из отсека или отсеков, удаленных от корпуса судна, топливо полностью откачивается из того или тех отсеков, которые смежны с корпусом судна. Достигается уменьшение стоимости судна и его габаритов. 2 с и 5 з.п.ф-лы, 4 ил.

СИСТЕМА ДЛЯ ОБРАБОТКИ ВОДЯНОГО БАЛЛАСТА В БАЛЛАСТНЫХ ЦИСТЕРНАХ

... 1. Система (20) для обработки водяного балласта в балластных цистернах (1) на борту судов и морских конструкциях, содержащая:- одну или более балластных цистерн (1),- циркуляционный насос (22), обеспечивающий циркуляцию или рециркуляцию по трубопроводу водяного балласта из одной или более балластных цистерн (1) и в них;- генератор азота и/или двуокиси углерода (21), который соединен с трубопроводом (22) таким образом, что азот и/или двуокись углерода могут подаваться в водяной балласт; и- одну или более сопловых головок (28), функционально соединенных с трубопроводом и расположенных в одной или более балластных цистернах (1), при этом указанные одна или более сопловых головок содержат, по меньшей мере, одно сопло для нагнетания газосодержащей воды в одну или более балластных цистерн (1),отличающаяся тем, что, по меньшей мере, одно сопло выполнено с возможностью механизированного вращения вокруг первой оси.2. Система для обработки водяного балласта в балластных цистернах (1) на борту судов ...

ПЛАВАЮЩАЯ МОРСКАЯ ДОБЫВАЮЩАЯ ПЛАТФОРМА

... 1. Плавучая морская добывающая платформа, используемая для бурения и добычи нефти или газа, состоящая из полупогружного корпуса платформы в форме цилиндра, расположенного вертикально выше и ниже уровня моря, при этом корпус платформы имеет вогнутую часть, которая уменьшает площадь его поперечного сечения, вогнутая часть образована дискретно на наружной периферийной поверхности корпуса платформы, и глубина погружения платформы регулируется таким образом, чтобы в экстремальных морских условиях ватерлиния располагалась на вогнутой части.2. Плавучая морская добывающая платформа по п.1, в которой на наружной периферийной поверхности корпуса платформы между вогнутыми частями образована(ы) выпуклая(ые) часть(и).3. Плавучая морская добывающая платформа, по п.2, в которой корпус платформы содержит несколько балластных цистерн, расположенных радиально на боковой стороне и дне корпуса платформы, вогнутая часть и выпуклая часть образованы на каждой балластной цистерне, и в каждой балластной цистерне ...

АРКТИЧЕСКОЕ СУДНО, ИМЕЮЩЕЕ СИСТЕМУ УПРАВЛЕНИЯ ОХЛАЖДАЮЩЕЙ ВОДОЙ, И СПОСОБ УПРАВЛЕНИЯ ОХЛАЖДАЮЩЕЙ ВОДОЙ ДЛЯ НЕЕ

Paddel

Paddel, miteinem ersten Paddelrohr (1), das an einem Ende einen ersten Rohrkopf (3) aufweist, wobei der erste Rohrkopf (3) im Inneren einen ersten Kanal (31) bildet, wobei ein Ende des ersten Kanals (31) mit einer Wassersaugöffnung (32) verbunden und das andere Ende mit einem ersten Einwegventil versehen ist, durch das das Wasser nur von der Wassersaugöffnung (32) in das erste Paddelrohrr (1) flließen kann;einem zweiten Paddelrohr (2), das beweglich mit dem ersten Paddelrohr (1) verbunden ist, wobei das zweite Paddelrohr (2) am dem ersten Rohrkopf (3) zugewandten Ende mit einem zweiten Rohrkopf (4) versehen ist, wobei der zweite Rohrkopf (4) im Inneren einen zweiten Kanal (41) bildet, der mit dem zweiten Paddelrohr in Verbindung steht, wobei im zweiten Kanal (41) ein zweites Einwegventil vorgesehen ist, durch das das Wasser nur in Gegenrichtung des ersten Rohrkopfs (3) fließen kann, wobei ein Wasserraum (5) zwischen der ersten Ventilklappe (34) und der zweiten Ventilklappe (43) definiert ...

Offenes Boot

Improvements in Boat Plugs.

... 20,482. Howe, H. R. Sept. 9. Lift valves. - Boat plugs, of the kind comprising a valve chamber formed of two plates clamped to the bottom of the boat and provided with a sleeve on one plate adapted to enter a socket on the other plate, are constructed with the socket E on the outside plate B tapered for part of its length and only parallel where it engages the socket D. The socket D is fitted with a valve seat H for a ball valve F, which closes when raised by the upward pressure of water. The socket E acts as a distance-piece to keep the plates A, B apart a distance equal to the thickness of the boat planks, ...

Improvements in connection with Bilge Pumps.

... 25,094. Praest, G. C. H. Oct. 28. Suction pipes; strainers.-A suction box, fitted at the foot of the suction pipe of a bilge pump, is made of such cross-sectional area that the velocity with which the water flows through it is small enough to enable any dirt &c. to sink back into the bilge. In the form of apparatus shown, a strainer e is fitted near the top of the suction box b, and a cover c is provided for cleaning purposes.

Improved apparatus for discharging water from screw-driven ships

... 691,799. Removing leakage. WAREN, L. A. O. Sept. 24, 1951. [Sept. 29, 1950] No. 23876/50. Class 113 (i). In an apparatus for withdrawing water from out of a ship comprising a pipe B extending from a position within the ship to a position outside immediately in front of the ship's screw propeller G so that by opening a valve H tc admit water into the pipe the action of the screw propeller will rapidly draw water out of the ship, the outlet end of the pipe is provided with a fishtail delivery nozzle E having a slit-like orifice disposed immediately in front of the propeller screw.

DINGHIES

... 1425573 Pumping water from boats DEFENCE SECRETARY OF STATE FOR 18 June 1973 [21 March 1972] 13091/72 Heading B7M [Also in Division F1] A single seat inflatable survival dinghy has a pump chamber 1 formed between the two layers 2, 3 of a double layer floor. One way valves 4 and 5 lead to the interior and exterior of the dinghy, and the pump is operated by using a handle 9 to expand and contract the chamber. Resilient reticulated foam inserts 6, 7, 8 bias the chamber to its expanded condition with such a force that the floor in the region of the pump can be depressed by acting on the handle 9 while the chamber 1 remains expanded. The pump can thus always draw water from the lowest point of the dinghy floor. The pump is located to lie between the thighs of an occupant so that ease of operation is assured.

Improvements in boat bailing devices

... 357,478. Bailing boats. RIBER, I. L., and AXNER, C. E., Forsbacka, both in S÷derhamn, Sweden. March 19, 1931, No. 8475. [Class 113 (i).] A device for bailing boats comprises a conduit B one end of which terminates in an external nozzle D facing the stem and the other end of which communicates with h the bilge at the bottom of the pump A which can be operated to remove leakage, this action being automatic when the boat is in motion owing to the suction effect of the water flowing past the nozzle D.

SELF BAILING INFLATABLE BOAT VEHICLE AXLE SUSPENSION

Tankers

A tanker having a bow part, a stern part, and a midship tank part between them with a inner bottom therein. The midship tank part is divided by bulkheads into cargo tanks above the inner bottom, segregated deep ballast tanks at the same level as the cargo tanks, and segregated double bottom ballast tanks under the inner bottom.

Suction pumps

... 995,423. Centrifugal and rotary ejector pumps; ejectors; hydraulic turbines. R. C. HAMSON. Sept. 21, 1962 [Sept. 21, 1961], No. 34095/61. Headings F1C, F1E and F1T. A suction pump for operation by water streaming relative thereto comprises at least one conduit mounted for rotation about an axis transverse thereto, means responsive to the streaming water to rotate the conduit about the axis and a suction branch communicating with the conduit, the arrangement being such that an open end of the conduit is swept through the water by the rotation and is so shaped and positioned that the centrifugal pumping effect has added thereto a substantial pumping effect produced by the sweeping. The bilge pump shown is towed behind a vessel by means of a flexible hose 2. The pump rotor comprises a T-piece 4 carrying two tubes 7 flattened in cross-section and each carrying a rotor blade 5 or 6. The motion through the water causes the blades to rotate the rotor about a swivel coupling 3, whereby bilge water ...

Improvements in Apparatus for Draining the Holds of Ships into the Bilges.

... 101,049. Stone & Co., J., and Wimshurst, J. E. Aug. 13, 1915. Drainage.-A self-acting valve device for draining the holds of ships into the bilges comprises a casing m, Fig. 2, having a grating u at the top and containing a series of lift valves p, preferably ball valves, adapted to be raised or lifted bodily by the weight or head of water to permit the same to be discharged to the bilge. A single valve 1, Fig. 3, may, however, be used, and, as shown, hinged non-return valves 4 may be used in series with the lift valves to ensure the sealing of the hold against the return of foul gases from the bilge. The upper part of the casing may be integral with the grating, as shown in Fig. 3, or may be secured thereto by screwing, as shown in Fig. 2. A hollow portion t may be filled with heat non-conducting material and closed in by a screw plug w.

BALLAST PUMPING SYSTEM

Improvements in the Construction of "Rose Boxes" for Bilge-pumps.

... 116,622. Cameron, J. Sept. 13, 1917. Strainers fitted at end of pipes.-Relates to " rose-boxes " for bilge-pumps &c. of the type which is built up of separate perforated plates, and consists in so forming the plates that the number of split pins necessary for holding the parts together is reduced. For this purpose the side plates C and back plate B are provided with lugs c<1>, b<1>, so formed that when the side plates are secured to the front plate A in the ordinary way by lugs c<2> on the side plates passing through slots a' on the front plate and fastened by split pins, and the bottom plate is in position between lugs a<1>, a<2> on the side, back, and front plates, the lugs c<1>, b<1> interlock and hold the back plate in position. The split pins are made of lead or other soft, non-corrosible metal.

Improvements relating to the water ballast tanks of ships

... 139,423. Scotts' Shipbuilding & Engineering Co., and Dunlop, T. Sept. 3, 1919. Pumping-plant, arrangement of. - In ships adapted to carry oil fuel or water in the ballast tanks, the pipes from the tanks to the pumps pass through a valve chamber f fitted with a door g<2> so that the oil pump can be isolated from the tanks when carrying water and the water pump from the tanks when carrying oil. The pipe a leading from the tanks is connected through the port f<5> with the chamber d containing a screwdown valve communicating with the water-ballast pump by the pipe b, by means of the door g<2> having a recess as shown. 'If the door be reversed, the pipe a is placed in communication with the valve e communicating through the pipe c to the oil pump. The valve chamber may have several connexions to the tanks and more than one door. In a further arrangement, the connexions may be made alternately to the ballast pump or the bilge pumps.

Apparatus and method for inspecting flooded cavities in a floating offshore installation

A threaded connection body 20 is welded to the outer surface of the wall 10 of a pipe, seachest or other flooded cavity 4 within the hull of a ship or floating offshore installation. A sealed cutting apparatus (50, Fig 13A) is mounted via a valve unit (30, Fig 13A) on the connection body and a cutter is extended through the open valve (34, Fig 13A) to form an opening (18, Fig 14B) in the wall. After retracting the cutter and closing the valve 34, the cutting apparatus is replaced by a sealed inspection unit (70, Fig 24) having a camera (71, Fig 24) which is extended through the valve and the opening to inspect the cavity. After retracting the camera and closing the valve, the inspection unit may be replaced by a plug deployment unit (100, Fig 28) which may be used to advance a plug (120, Fig 28) through the open valve and screw it into the connection body. The valve unit may then be removed and replaced with a cap (90, Fig 35A) so that the plug and the cap provide a double seal to the connection ...

Improvements relating to rowing boats

... 543,304. Rowing boats. SWANN, S. Dec. 2, 1940, No. 17155. [Class 113 (i)] A fast rowing-boat is provided with one or more automatic valves which impede and permit the periodical forward and rearward swinging of shipped water respectively, and thereby cause the water to be collected at the stern and discharged overboard. The eight shown in the Figure is provided under the stroke's seat 1 with a box 7 which is provided with a hinged door or valve 8 and communicates with a rubber tube 12 passing under the cox's seat and overboard. When the blades are pulled, the boat accelerates, and shipped water surges through the valve and tube, whilst during return of the blades, the boat decelerates, the valve closes against a stop 10, and surging is prevented. Additional valves may be arranged under some of the other seats. The box may be so arranged that water shipped at the rear thereof returns to the front during deceleration.

APPARATUS FOR PUMPING OUT THE LIQUID BALLAST OF SHIPS

... 1,263,752. Emptying ballast tanks. RHEINSTAHL NORDSEEWERKE G.m.b.H. 17 Feb., 1969 [23 Feb., 1968], No. 8537/69. Heading B7M. A ballast pump 4 pumps out the liquid ballast of a ship from the ballast tanks 6 through a tunnel 5 formed of parts of the longitudinal structure of the ship and, in addition to being subjected to partial vacuum, the tunnel is connected to each tank by a suction pipe 7 which ends at 8 just above the bottom of the tank. The floor 19 of the tunnel is above reinforcing internal members 9 of the ship and the ceiling 20 of the tunnel is not higher than the tops of the ballast tanks. The pump is situated outside and above the tunnel. In the embodiment shown partial vacuum in the tunnel is maintained by a dome-like chamber 10 communicating with the tunnel and situated above the ceiling 20 near the pump.

Automatic bailing devices for boats

... 929,935. Automatic baling devices. R. SAVERY. July 24, 1959 [July 25, 1958], No. 24024/58. Class 113. An automatic baling device comprises a hollow probe 1, having a lateral port 11, which protrudes below a hull 4 of a boat and is adapted to be retracted into the body 2 by axial movement of the rod 8. In the lowered position the bilge and sea are in communication through the aperture 11 and an aperture 5 in the body 2. The device is sealed when the probe 1 is in the retracted position by an O ring 7. The probe 1 may have a further side aperture diametrically opposite to the aperture 11 and a further rear aperture which has a flap valve 15.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING THE DISCHARGE OF CONTAMINANTS FROM SHIPS

... 1501332 Discharging contaminants from ships KEENE CORP 13 Feb 1976 [24 Feb 1975] 5753/76 Heading G3N A computer system monitors and controls the rate of discharge of contaminants, e.g. oil, from a ship to prevent the rate exceeding a predetermined value. Pump 14 transfers oily water 12 from bilge or ballast tank 10, via flow sensor 18, flow meter 20 and control valve 22, to the point of discharge from the ship. Centrifugal pump 26 samples the water and it passes it, emulsified, via optional filter 28 for solids, to detector 30 whose discharge goes into the sea or back to tank 10 via valve 34. If the oil content is too high for discharge, valve 22 is closed. The detector 30 measures the oil concentration in a known manner by projecting light through the liquid to a photo-cell while a second photo-cell receives light scattered within the sample by the oil, comparison of the two photo-cell outputs giving the concentration which is displayed on meter 36 with an audible alarm. It is also passed ...

APPARATUS FOR TESTING THE AUTOMATICALLY OPERATING CONTROL OF A PUMP

BILGE VALVES

FLOATING CONSTRUCTION

FLOATING CONSTRUCTION

Vortex-induced vibration (VIV) supression of riserarrays

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR REDUCING THE HYDROGEN PEROXIDE AND PERACETIC ACID CONTENT IN A WATER FLOW

WATER INTAKE RISER ASSEMBLY FOR AN OFF-SHORE STRUCTURE, AND METHOD OF PRODUCING A LIQUEFIED HYDROCARBON STREAM AND METHOD OF PRODUCING A VAPOROUS HYDROCARBON STREAM

TENSION BUOYANT TOWER

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR INSPECTING FLOODED CAVITIES IN A FLOATING OFFSHORE INSTALLATION

Tension buoyant tower

Vortex-induced vibration (VIV) supression of riserarrays.

Water intake riser assembly for an off-shore structure, and method of producing a liquefied hydrocarbon stream and method of procucing a vaporous hydrocarbon stream

Device and method for reducing the hydrogen peroxide and peracetic acid content in a water flow

Vortex-induced vibration (VIV) supression of riserarrays.

Water intake riser assembly for an off-shore structure, and method of producing a liquefied hydrocarbon stream and method of procucing a vaporous hydrocarbon stream

Tension buoyant tower

Water intake riser assembly for an off-shore structure, and method of producing a liquefied hydrocarbon stream and method of procucing a vaporous hydrocarbon stream

Tension buoyant tower

FLOATING CONSTRUCTION

Vortex-induced vibration (VIV) supression of riserarrays.

BALLAST EXCHANGE SYSTEM FOR VESSELS

PROCEDURE AND ARRANGEMENT FOR THE REMOVAL OF A REMAINDER LIQUID OF THE GROUND OF A TANK

Deep draft semi-submersible LNG floating production, storage and offloading vessel

Device and method for reducing the hydrogen peroxide and peracetic acid content in a water flow

The invention relates to a device comprising a measuring device for determining the flow rate of a water flow, a measuring device for determining the concentration of hydrogen peroxide in the water flow, a measuring device for determining the concentration of peracetic acid in the water flow, a metering device for metering a reducing agent into the water flow downstream of the measuring devices for the concentrations, and a control device which calculates a reducing agent quantity from the flow rate of the water flow, the concentration of hydrogen peroxide in the water flow, and the concentration of peracetic acid in the water flow in order to reduce the hydrogen peroxide and peracetic acid content to a desired value and which controls the metering device in order to meter the reducing agent. The device allows a reliable reduction of the hydrogen peroxide and peracetic acid content in a water flow. The device is suitable for reducing the hydrogen peroxide and peracetic acid content in a ...

Vortex-induced vibration (VIV) suppression of riser arrays

A system comprising an array of structures in a flowing fluid environment, the array comprising at least 3 structures; and vortex induced vibration suppression devices on at least 2 of the structures.

Boat provided with buoyant units

According to the present invention, a boat provided with buoyant units comprises: a pair of buoyant units spaced apart from each other; a base plate structure for interconnecting the lower portions of the pair of buoyant units; and a water-containing space defined by the pair of buoyant units and the base plate structure, the water-containing space being open from the stern side toward a rear portion of the boat such that water can be fed therein from the outside and the fed-in water can be contained therein. According to the present invention, a boat which can maintain balance in a more stable manner, which is free from the waterproofing problems of the prior art, and which has improved gliding performance, is provided.

Apparatus and method for inspecting flooded cavities in a floating offshore installation

A threaded connection body (20) is welded to the outer surface of the wall (10) of a pipe, seachest or other flooded cavity (4) within the hull of a ship or floating offshore installation. A sealed cutting apparatus (50) is mounted via a valve unit (30) on the connection body and a cutter extended through the open valve (34) to form an opening (18) in the wall (10). After retracting the cutter and closing the valve (34), the cutting apparatus is replaced by a sealed inspection unit (70) having a camera (71) which is extended through the valve and the opening to inspect the cavity (4). After retracting the camera and closing the valve, the inspection unit is replaced by a plug deployment unit (100) which is used to advance a plug (120) through the open valve and screw it into the connection body (20). The valve unit (30) can then be removed and replaced with a cap (90) so that the plug and the cap provide a double seal to the connection body.

FLUID CONTROL SYSTEM WITH AUTONOMOUSLY CONTROLLED VALVES

A plurality of autonomously controlled valves in a fluid distribution system are interconnected by a data communication network. The system also includes fluid flow sensors which report to the system by way of the network. The autonomous controllers include information as to their neighbors or environment sufficient to determine malfunctions such as a leak or break in an associated path, and can take autonomous action. The actions are established by the autonomous controllers regardless of the existence of a connection to the network, so that even if the network connection fails or is damaged, the valve can still respond to its own flow sensor with predetermined actions.

"IN-SITU" BALLAST WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD

A method and system for ballast water treatment are provided. Living organisms are added into a vessel's ballast water tank (e.g., via an existing vent) to consume (i) oxygen dissolved in ballast water contained in the ballast water tank, and (ii) food sources for selected organisms contained in the ballast water.

REDUCTION TREATMENT METHOD FOR BALLAST WATER

A method for reducing a ballast water with tablets or pellets of sodium sulfite, wherein the ballast water has been subjected to a bactericidal treatment with a chlorine-containing oxidizing agent or an oxygen-containing oxidizing agent in advance.

CONTROLLED EXPANSION MARINE PLUG

MODULAR STORAGE STRUCTURE FOR POSITIONING IN A BODY OF WATER

A storage structure is configured to be buoyant or retained above a water line. The storage structure includes a frame having a back beam, a left beam attached to the back beam, a right beam attached to the back beam and a front beam attached to the left beam and the right beam to form a substantially rectangular configuration, wherein prior to a last of the beams being secured together an interior space accessible through an opening. The storage structure includes a bladder configured to be positioned through the interior space though the opening wherein the bladder is sized to be retained within the interior space whether the storage structure is above the water line or buoyant, the bladder including a vent, a fill port and a drain wherein an amount of water within the bladder is manipulated to provide ballast or buoyancy to the storage structure. The storage structure includes at least one floor panel secured to the frame over the bladder, side walls extending from a perimeter of the ...

DRAIN APPARATUS FOR MARINE VESSEL

A drain pot includes a body and at least one flexible catch. The body has an inlet and an outlet. The inlet and the outlet are at opposing ends of the body and in fluid communication with each other. The at least one flexible catch extends from and is disposed around the body.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR WATER TREATMENT TO ELIMINATE AQUATIC ORGANISMS BY AN ABRUPT PRESSURE REDUCTION

A method and apparatus for treating water such as ballast water in ships in order to eliminate aquatic organisms in the water. The water is led under pressure through a conduit into a chamber of greater cross-section than that of the conduit so that an abrupt reduction in pressure occurs. Cavitation ensues, leading to the release of dissolved gases. Ultrasonic vibration is generated and is applied to the water, exerting a pounding effect that weakens or destroys the organisms present. Other means may be used to generate further mechanical, electrical, and chemical forces in the water which attack the organisms.

MULTIFUNCTION THRUSTER ASSEMBLY FOR WATERCRAFT

A thruster assembly that in addition to propulsion provides water flow to/from compartments and systems on board a vessel. In a first position, the thruster assembly provides propulsion/steering. Pivoted to a second position, operation of the thruster in a first direction draws a flow into the vessel and in a second direction draws a flow out of the vessel. The flows may be conveyed to/from compartments/systems on board the vessel via conduits in communication with a chamber having an opening through which the thruster drives the flows. The flows may be used to submerge/surface the vessel, or to provide systems cooling or serve other functions. Pivoted to a third position the thruster assembly is retracted and enclosed within the chamber to form a hydrodynamically clean exterior.

PADDLEBOARD

In one example, a board suitable for use in water sports includes a body that includes an upper surface and a lower surface. The board also includes a retractable fin connected to the body and configured to assume extended and retracted positions. In the extended position, a substantial portion of the retractable fin extends below the lower surface of the body, and in the retracted position, a substantial portion of the retractable fin resides within a recess at least partly defined by the body.

PADDLEBOARD

In one example, a board suitable for use in water sports includes a body that includes an upper surface and a lower surface. The board also includes a retractable fin connected to the body and configured to assume extended and retracted positions. In the extended position, a substantial portion of the retractable fin extends below the lower surface of the body, and in the retracted position, a substantial portion of the retractable fin resides within a recess at least partly defined by the body.

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR IN-SITU VISUAL INSPECTION OF A VALVE

A method for visually inspecting a valve is provided. The valve controls of a fluid from a first fluid conduit to a second fluid conduit. A tethered imaging device is disposed in the second fluid conduit. The tether extends from inside the second fluid conduit to outside the second fluid conduit. An image capturing end portion of the imaging device is moved in proximity to the valve. A fluid seal for fluid sealing a passage of the tether from inside the second fluid conduit to outside the second fluid conduit is provided. The valve is then at least partially opened and images are captured in-situ of the at least partially opened valve with the valve being exposed to the fluid.

BOAT HAVING BUOYANCY UNIT

According to the present invention, a boat provided with buoyant units comprises: a pair of buoyant units spaced apart from each other; a base plate structure for interconnecting the lower portions of the pair of buoyant units; and a water-containing space defined by the pair of buoyant units and the base plate structure, the water-containing space being open from the stern side toward a rear portion of the boat such that water can be fed therein from the outside and the fed-in water can be contained therein. According to the present invention, a boat which can maintain balance in a more stable manner, which is free from the waterproofing problems of the prior art, and which has improved gliding performance, is provided.

APPARATUS FOR STEERING, PROPULSING, BRAKING & DRAINING ASHIP

An apparatus comprising a large volume displacement water pump, specially designed with casing and casing supporting means and actuators means built in such a manner as to permit the whole pump body to be rotated, and the pumping unit towork at any chosen position, around a vertical axis, in the three hundred and sixty (360.degree.) degrees, rotation. Installed in the prow section of a ship - or any other similar, floating vessel - the water pump, part of the invention, is a mean of moving volume of water through/or accross/the ship body, thereby creating a thrust effect which in turn means a steering and/or propulsing and/or braking action according to angle of position of the acting pump. Same apparatus comprising an arrangement of water ducts, part of the invention, built in the structure of a new ship, to displace the water from the front of the prow to the rear of the stern meaning a mean of propulsing the said ship and minimizing the resistance of the water inertia at the prow. Same ...

DEVICE AND METHOD OF PUMPING LIQUID POSTS

PLANT AND METHOD

System and method for discharging a waste fluid

Improvements with the ships

Device for embedding the compartments ships

SYSTEM FOR ROUTING THE COOLING WATER IN SHIPS

SYSTEM OF BALLASTING FOR SHIPS

IMPROVEMENTS TO BOAT KEELS

Double seat circular sealed door

Supply vessel with deck cargo space and elevated crane rail - has hull outside rail elevated to rail height

DEVICE AND METHOD FOR FLUID TRANSFER AND CONNECTION

PNEUMATIC BOAT AGENCEE FOR THE LOADING UNLOADING AND LETRANSPORT OF FLOATING LOADS

Embarcation pneumatique (1) semi-rigide comprenant : une coque rigide (2) définie par une carène rigide (3) fermée supérieurement par un plancher rigide (4) et bordée bilatéralement par deux flotteurs pneumatiques (5) ; un ballast (8) disposé dans la partie arrière de la coque rigide (2) et des moyens de pompage pour le remplir d'eau ou l'en vider ; deux chambres pneumatiques (10) définies dans les parties arrière respectives des deux flotteurs (5) et pneumatiquement isolées du reste des flotteurs ; des moyens (12, 13) de gonflage et (14) de dégonflage des chambres arrière ; l'embarcation étant dépourvue de tableau arrière ; ainsi, en remplissant le ballast (8) et en dégonflant les chambres arrière (10), l'embarcation se cabre avec sa partie arrière immergée et une charge (25) peut être approchée contre le plancher (4), puis, en vidant le ballast et regonflant les chambres (10), l'embarcation est renflouée en supportant la charge (25).

River buoy

Improvements with the drainage pumps

파이프 지지장치

... 파이프 지지장치가 개시된다. 본 발명의 실시예에 따른 파이프 지지장치는 케이슨에 삽입되는 파이프를 지지하는 장치로서, 상기 케이슨의 내측면과 상기 파이프의 충돌을 방지하는 복수의 지지유닛을 포함하고, 상기 각 지지유닛은, 상기 케이슨의 끝단에 형성된 플랜지에 분리 가능하게 결합하는 베이스부재; 및 상기 베이스부재에 지지되고, 상기 파이프를 구름지지하는 구름부재를 포함한다.

FLOATING STRUCTURE

Provided is a floating structure. The floating structure comprises: a loading arm; a plunger connected to the loading arm; a plunger base connected to a recess formed on a hull, the plunger being inserted therein, the plunger base including a pressure control hole formed at a lower portion thereof; a cylinder connecting the plunger and the plunger base and adjusting a height of the loading arm; a drain hole formed in the recess; a first drain pipe connected to the drain hole to discharge fluid accumulated on the recess; and a second drain pipe connected to the pressure control hole to allow air to flow in and out of the plunger base. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2018 ...

OFFSHORE STRUCTURE

Disclosed is an offshore structure which can utilize a chain locker as an auxiliary ballast tank. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the offshore structure comprises: a body; a mooring device provided in the body, and having a chain and an anchor to moor the body; and a chain locker provided in the body, and having a first space portion to house a chain. The chain locker is configured for ballast water to flow into or be discharged from the first space portion. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2017 ...

Ship, ballast water treating device and a ballast water treatment method

Ballasting apparatus with anti-freezing function using microbuble and ship including the same

HOLDER FOR GRATING PANEL

outfit facility and ship including the same

VESSEL

A vessel having a sea chest is disclosed. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the vessel comprises: a hull; the sea chest where seawater is introduced, provided to the hull; an overflow tank provided to the hull and installed on a lateral side of the sea chest; and a discharge unit formed on a partition wall between the sea chest and the overflow tank to enable impurities floating on the seawater introduced into the sea chest to be introduced into the overflow tank. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the present invention can effectively remove the impurities floated on the seawater while being adaptive to a water level of the seawater introduced into the sea chest. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2018 ...

BILGE TREATMENT SYSTEM

The present invention relates to a bilge treatment system which comprises: a bilge collection unit provided in the inside of a hull; and an eductor discharging bilge collected in the bilge collection unit to the outside with pressure difference between suction and discharging of a fluid. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2016 ...

A DRAIN PIPE WITH A PAD

SUPPORT STRUCTURE FOR PIPE

A support structure for a pipe is disclosed. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the support structure for a pipe supports a pipe, and comprises: a first body unit fixated to a support surface opposite to the pipe to support a side surface of the pipe; and a second body unit of which one side portion is coupled to a side portion opposite to another side portion facing the pipe of the first body unit, and the other side portion is in contact with the support surface to support the first body unit with respect to the support surface. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2017 ...

BALLAST WATER FILTER DEVICE SUPPORT SYSTEM

According to one embodiment of the present invention, a support system comprises: a ballast water filter device disposed to be adjacent to an inner wall of a ship; and a support fixating the ballast water filter device to the wall. The ballast water filter device can be positioned between the wall and the support. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2017 ...

ARTICLE TRANSPORT FACILITY

The present invention relates to an article transport facility which can suppress electricity supplied to a maintaining device and can maintain a moving guidance part of a guidance rail in a guidance position. The article transport facility includes: a hanging connection unit supporting a moving guidance part in the lower part when located in a hanging connection position to be displaced to the hanging connection position in which the moving guidance part is maintained at the guidance position by being hung and connected to the moving guidance part and a fixing guidance part of the guidance rail and a releasing position in which the hanging connection on at least one among the moving guidance part and the fixing guidance part is released; a pressing unit pressing the hanging connection unit; the maintaining device resisting a pressing force of the pressing unit by generating a control force by the electricity supplied by a power feeding unit and maintaining the hanging connection unit at ...

FLOATER FOR SELF-PROCURING PROCESS WATER WHILE REINSTALLED INTO FLOATING DUCK FOR REPAIR

Disclosed is a floater capable of self-producing process water by being inserted into a floating dock for repairing in a state in which the process water is impossible to be taken from the outside. The floater according to the present invention comprises: a main ballast line (50) connecting a ballast tank (40) from a pumping well (35); a ballast pump (54) installed on the main ballast line (50); a detouring line (60) branched from a point of the main ballast line (50) on an inlet side of the ballast tank (40) of a lower stream of the ballast pump (54) and meeting at one point of the main ballast line (50) on an inlet side of an upper stream of the ballast pump (54); a re-installing water supply line (80) branched from one point of the main ballast line (50), which is not only a lower stream of the ballast pump (54) but also an upper stream of a branched point of the detouring line (60) for discharging, and meeting the water supply line of an original process water device of the floater ...

HIGH EFFICIENCY BALLAST WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM USING CARBON DIOXIDE AND OZONE MICRO-BUBBLES AND TREATMENT METHOD THEREOF

The present invention provides a high efficiency ballast water treatment system using carbon dioxide and ozone micro-bubbles and a treatment method thereof, wherein after carbon dioxide is dissolved in sea water to reduce pH of the sea water, and the carbon dioxide is converted to micro-bubbles to increase an existing ratio of HOBr contained in the sea water, ozone micro-bubbles are inputted into carbon dioxide micro-bubble water to more improve sterilization efficiency compared to a ballast water treatment system of a conventional ozone treatment method in the same ozone concentration condition. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2017 ...

SYSTEM FOR REMOVING FLUID IN A BILGE WELL

Battery Operated Small Craft Bilge Pump

A small lightweight battery operated remote switched bilge pump is provided weighing less than one pound for installing in a small watercraft, including a kayak, canoe, sailboat, row boat, dingy, featuring a bilge pump comprising a low voltage inline pump, a housing having a compartment with an integrated strainer base and configured to receive the low voltage inline pump, and having a watertight compartment to receive lightweight batteries to power the bilge pump for about 1.5 hours, and a switch assembly to selectively operate on/off functionality of the bilge pump remotely; and a Velcro® arrangement to couple the bilge pump to a surface of the small watercraft to allow easy installation of the bilge pump in about 15 seconds to perform bilge pump functionality without drilling or making holes in the small watercraft, and to allow easy removal of the bilge pump for cleaning and battery replacement. 1. Apparatus comprising:a bilge pump arrangement configured with a low voltage inline pump and a housing having two compartments, a compartment with an integrated strainer base and configured to receive the low voltage inline pump, and a watertight compartment configured to receive lightweight batteries to power the low voltage inline pump;a switch assembly configured to selectively operate the on/off functionality of the low voltage inline pump; anda coupling arrangement, including Velcro®, configured to couple the bilge pump arrangement to a surface of the kayak or other small watercraft so as to allow installation of the bilge pump arrangement to perform bilge pump functionality without the need for drilling or making any hole in any surface of the kayak or other small watercraft, and also to allow removal of the bilge pump arrangement for cleaning and battery replacement.2. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the switch assembly is configured on a 3-4 foot wire and coupled to the bilge pump arrangement to operate the on/off functionality of the pump remotely.3. ...

"SHIP WITH ADJUSTABLE PANEL AT THE BOW"

The invention relates to a ship, in particular a ship comprising at least one sail rotor. According to the invention, the ship has a front part that has a height-adjustable and/or pivotable panel. 1. A ship comprising:a forecastle located at a bow of the ship, the forecastle having a pivotable panel; andat least one sail rotor.2. The ship according to claim 1 , wherein the panel is pivotable to a first position and a second position claim 1 , when the panel is in the first position the panel is configured to break waves claim 1 , when the panel is in the second position the panel is configured to guide substantially laminar wind to the at least one sail rotor.3. The ship according claim 2 , wherein the panel is pivotable relative to the horizontal and delimited on both sides by sidewalls.4. The ship according to claim 3 , wherein at least one of the sidewalls includes an opening configured to drain water.5. The ship according to claim 2 , further comprising a driving mechanism configured to move the panel between the first and second positions.6. A method comprising:rotating a panel of a forecastle of a ship from an upper position to a lower position;receiving breaking waves on the forecastle; anddraining water from the waves through an opening in at least one side of the forecastle.7. The method of further comprising claim 6 , locking the panel in the lower position.8. The method of claim 6 , wherein rotating the panel from the upper position to the lower position comprises rotating an end of the panel between about 15° and 30°.9. The method of further comprising claim 6 , moving the panel from the lower position to the upper position to guide substantially laminar wind to at least one sail rotor on the ship.10. The ship according to claim 2 , wherein the panel is configured to pivot between about 15° and 30°.11. The ship according to claim 10 , wherein the first position is separated from the second position by about 17° to 23°.12. The ship according to claim 3 , ...

BAILER

A bailer for a watercraft which is open on two sides, i.e., the rear and one adjoining side, enabling more efficient drainage of water from a watercraft. An adjustable bailer is provided which may include a handle with indexed positions which allows the user to easily adjust how far the bailer is open to suit conditions. The handle can be operated by either the hand or foot. The indexing function enables a user to judge how far the bailer is open or closed. 1. A bailer for a watercraft comprising a frame comprising an opening formed therein , an open-sided flap having an end pivotably connected to the frame , the flap operable to move pivotably from a closed position covering the opening to an open position away from the opening , and a handle operably connected to the frame and operable to activate opening and closing of the flap.2. The bailer according to wherein the frame is configured to mount in an aperture formed in the bottom of a watercraft.3. The bailer according to claim 1 , the frame comprising a support extending therefrom claim 1 , wherein the handle is pivotably connected to the support at a point between the ends of the handle and is operable to move the flap between open and closed positions.4. The bailer according to claim 1 , wherein the flap comprises a first side having a web extending vertically therefrom claim 1 , the web comprising a slot formed therein and at least one detent formed on a side of the web.5. The bailer according to claim 4 , the flap having a second claim 4 , substantially flat opposite side.6. The bailer according to claim 4 , wherein the slot is configured to accommodate a drive pin operably connected to an end of the handle claim 4 , wherein the drive pin is slidably engaged in the slot.7. The bailer according to wherein the handle comprises opposing connecting bars configured to pivotably engage a support extending from the frame claim 6 , and the drive pin spanning between the connecting bars.8. The bailer according to ...

METHOD OF AND SYSTEM FOR EVACUATING FLUID IN A SEA VESSEL

A system and method that controls the evacuation of fluid from a sea vessel and configured to prevent turning off the bilge pump during periods of water sloshing. The invention provides a control unit that is adaptable to any size vessel or bilge pump based on a learned experience gained by sensory information. 1. A bilge pump control unit comprising:a sensor for sensing sensory information; anda processor in electrical communication with the sensor, the processor performs algorithmic calculation based on the sensory information to create a baseline characteristic for controlling power supplied to a bilge pump.2. The bilge pump control unit of claim 1 , wherein the sensor information includes at least one of current draw information claim 1 , frequency switch toggling claim 1 , battery consumption fluctuations claim 1 , and voltage consumption.3. The bilge pump control unit of claim 2 , wherein the sensor information includes at least two of current draw information claim 2 , frequency switch toggling claim 2 , battery consumption fluctuations claim 2 , and voltage consumption.4. The bilge pump control unit of claim 2 , wherein the control unit adjusts a run time duration based on historic fluctuations of a learned high and low current draw value.5. A method for controlling a bilge pump claim 2 , the method comprising:monitoring for a plurality of sensory values of a bilge pump system;creating a baseline from the plurality of sensory values; andremoving power to the bilge pump based on the baseline.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein at least a portion of the sensory values are less than the baseline.7. The method of claim 6 , further comprising maintaining power to the bilge pump when sensing at least one sensory value less than the baseline for allowing the bilge pump to evacuate a sloshing fluid.8. The method of claim 7 , further comprising determining the baseline via algorithmic calculation of at least one sensory value claim 7 , at least one of bilge pump ...

System and method for discharging a waste fluid

The embodiments herein relate to a system for discharging a waste fluid from a floating unit ( 100 ) adapted to float in a body of water ( 103 ). The system is adapted to discharge said waste fluid to said body of water ( 103 ) surrounding the floating unit ( 100 ). The system comprises a mooring line compartment ( 105 ) adapted to accommodate at least part of a mooring line ( 108 ) for the floating unit ( 100 ) and a discharge portion ( 115 ) adapted to discharge the waste fluid into the mooring line compartment ( 105 ). The system comprises an outlet ( 113 ) adapted to discharge the waste fluid from the mooring line compartment ( 105 ) to the body of water ( 103 ).

STATIC BILGE PUMP

A static bilge pump has an inlet tube, a body and one or more eductors. It may be attached to the back of a boat using bolts, or other means such that the inlet tube may be inserted into the drain at the bottom of the bilge of a boat. A siphon tube connected to the inlet tube hasn't ends that may be placed at the bottom of the bilge or moved about by an operator. The eductor's are streamlined to minimize drag and prevent blockage by debris and flotsam. Buttresses may extends between the body and the doctors to improve stability. 1. A static bilge pump comprising:an inlet tube housing a pump conduit and a drainage conduit;a body housing an internal conduit in fluid communication with the pump conduit;at least one eductor in fluid communication with the internal conduit in the body;wherein the static bilge pump is capable of being attached to the exterior of a boat hull; and,wherein the static bilge pump removes water from a bilge of a boat when the boat is moving forward.2. The static bilge pump of wherein the drainage conduit provides fluid communication between an aperture on the side of the inlet tube and a drainage outlet on the body claim 1 , and is not in fluid communication with the pump conduit.3. The static bilge pump of wherein the one or more eductors comprises a plurality of eductors.4. The static bilge pump of wherein the body further comprises an internal frame.5. The static bilge pump of further comprising a siphon hose removably attached to the inlet tube.6. The static bilge pump of wherein the at least one eductor comprises:an eductor housing having an eduction chamber;an intake aperture;an intake nozzle providing fluid communication between the eduction chamber and the intake aperture;an eductor inlet providing fluid communication between an eduction port and the internal conduit;an annular vacuum chamber in fluid communication with the eductor port and eduction chamber; andan exhaust port.7. The static bilge pump of wherein the eductor housing is ...

SHIP EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM, AND EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT METHOD

An equipment management system for a ship includes a communicating part that acquires from the ship by radio notification information including one piece of state information, or two or more pieces of state information selected from pieces of state information on at least ballast water process equipment, boiler equipment, and water desalination process equipment loaded on the ship, and a processing part that extracts the pieces of state information on the ballast water process equipment, the boiler equipment, or the water desalination process equipment from the notification information acquired from the ship, produces management information including drug information at least necessary for the ballast water process equipment, the boiler equipment, or the water desalination process equipment, and causes the communicating part to send out the management information to the ship sending out at least the notification information. 1. An equipment management system comprising:a communicating part that acquires from a ship by radio notification information including one piece of state information, or two or more pieces of state information selected from pieces of state information on at least ballast water process equipment, boiler equipment, and water desalination process equipment loaded on the ship; anda processing part that extracts the pieces of state information on the ballast water process equipment, the boiler equipment, or the water desalination process equipment from the notification information acquired from the ship, produces management information including drug information at least necessary for the ballast water process equipment, the boiler equipment, or the water desalination process equipment, and causes the communicating part to send out the management information to the ship sending out at least the notification information.2. The equipment management system according to claim 1 , whereinthe processing part causes the communicating part to send out the ...

Feeder device for feeding aqueous acrolein solution to a main ballast water line of a ship

Feeder device for feeding aqueous acrolein solution to a main ballast water line of an apparatus for treating for an apparatus for shops for treating ballast water with acrolein comprises an annular nozzle which is dimensioned for usage in the main ballast water line, wherein the annular nozzle comprises a nozzle ring comprising a plurality of nozzle openings distributed over the interior circumference of the nozzle ring.

SURF WAKE SYSTEM FOR A WATERCRAFT

An adjustable surf wake system enhances a wake formed by a watercraft travelling through water. The system may include a flap for deflecting water traveling past the stern of the watercraft, and/or a positioner operably connected to the flap for positioning the flap relative to a longitudinal axis of the watercraft between a neutral position and an outward position. Positioning a port flap in its extended position enhances a starboard surf wake, and positioning the starboard flap in its extended position enhances a port surf wake. A wake modifying system for modifying a wake produced by a watercraft traveling through water may include a rudder pivotally mounted to the watercraft for steering the watercraft, a fin pivotally mounted to the watercraft substantially along a centerline of the watercraft and forward the rudder, wherein the fin pivots about an upright axis to modify the wake produced by the watercraft traveling through the water, an actuator mounted within the watercraft and operably coupled to the fin for pivoting the fin relative to the centerline, and a controller mounted on the watercraft allowing an operator to control the actuator and selectively pivot the fin to a desired angle θd relative to the centerline. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. (canceled)14. (canceled)15. (canceled)16. (canceled)17. (canceled)18. (canceled)19. (canceled)20. (canceled)21. A water-sports boat configured to facilitate water sports for one or more riders as the boat moves through water , the water-sports boat comprising:a hull having a transom, the hull configured to produce a wake having diverging port and starboard waves when the hull moves through water;a steering rudder;at least one of ballast tanks, bags, or bladders;a port deployable element movable from a retracted position to a deployed position, wherein when the port deployable element ...

FLOATING STRUCTURE INSTALLATION SYSTEM AND FLOATING STRUCTURE INSTALLATION METHOD

A floating structure installation system includes, on a body capable of traveling on water, a first cradle including a first holding part capable of holding a first portion having a submersible section to be located under the water surface during installation, and a second cradle including a second holding part capable of holding a second portion connectable to the first portion. At least one of the first cradle or the second cradle is movable on the body to connect the first portion held by the first holding part and the second portion held by the second holding part. The first holding part includes a first lifting unit for lifting and lowering the first portion. 1. A floating structure installation system for installing a floating structure including a first portion having a submersible section to be located under a water surface during installation and a second portion connectable to the first portion , the floating structure installation system comprising:a body capable of traveling on water;a first cradle including a first holding part capable of holding the first portion on the body;a second cradle including a second holding part capable of holding the second portion on the body; anda moving device configured to move at least one of the first cradle or the second cradle on the body to connect the first portion held by the first holding part and the second portion held by the second holding part,wherein the first holding part includes a first lifting unit for lifting and lowering the first portion.2. The floating structure installation system according to claim 1 ,wherein the second cradle is configured to cover the first cradle from above when the second cradle is moved to the same position as the first cradle so that the first cradle is placed inside the second cradle.3. The floating structure installation system according to claim 1 ,wherein the body has an opening formed so as to extend from a position at which the first portion and the second portion are ...

Wakeboat Hull Control Systems and Methods

Wakeboat hull control systems and methods are provided to monitor the orientation of the wakeboat hull in the surrounding water, and to automatically control wakeboat ballast components to achieve or maintain desired hull orientations. Systems and methods are provided to measure, store, and recall hull orientation. Systems and methods are also provided to enable automated action to improve the safety, automation, performance, convenience, and marketing advantage of wakeboat ballast systems.

Composition for treatment of ballast water

The present invention relates to a method for reduce treating ballast water which has been subjected to a biocidal treatment with a chlorine-based oxidizing agent or an oxygen-based oxidizing agent, by using a tablet or pellet of sodium sulfite.

Overflow device for a vessel

A passive overflow device for draining away head water standing above settled sand in a loading space of a hopper, wherein the passive overflow device extends along a longitudinal axis and includes: an inlet for taking in the head water; an outlet section having an outlet for opening out in the outboard water and which outlet is level adjustable into an active position wherein in use, the head water is delivered proximate the sea bottom; a conduit which extends along the longitudinal axis of the passive overflow device and which conduit fluidly couples the inlet and the outlet; and a supporting structure for coupling the overflow device with the loading space of a hopper, wherein, the outlet section includes an flexible portion proximate the outlet for preventing mechanical overload to the supporting structure when the outlet, in use, in its active position accidently abuts the sea bottom.

SURF WAKE SYSTEM FOR A WATERCRAFT

An adjustable surf wake system enhances a wake formed by a watercraft travelling through water. The system may include a flap for deflecting water traveling past the stern of the watercraft, and/or a positioner operably connected to the flap for positioning the flap relative to a longitudinal axis of the watercraft between a neutral position and an outward position. Positioning a port flap in its extended position enhances a starboard surf wake, and positioning the starboard flap in its extended position enhances a port surf wake. A wake modifying system for modifying a wake produced by a watercraft traveling through water may include a rudder pivotally mounted to the watercraft for steering the watercraft, a fin pivotally mounted to the watercraft substantially along a centerline of the watercraft and forward the rudder, wherein the fin pivots about an upright axis to modify the wake produced by the watercraft traveling through the water, an actuator mounted within the watercraft and operably coupled to the fin for pivoting the fin relative to the centerline, and a controller mounted on the watercraft allowing an operator to control the actuator and selectively pivot the fin to a desired angle θd relative to the centerline. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. (canceled)14. (canceled)15. (canceled)16. (canceled)17. (canceled)18. (canceled)19. (canceled)20. (canceled)21. A water-sports boat comprising:a hull configured to produce a wake having a starboard side and a port side when the hull moves through water; andat least one water diverter having a starboard-side surf configuration and a port-side surf configuration;wherein the at least one water diverter in the starboard-side surf configuration is configured to divert water in a port direction as the hull moves through the water to enhance the starboard side of the wake for wake surfing by ...

DRAIN APPARATUS FOR MARINE VESSEL

A drain pot includes a body and at least one elongated catch. The body has an inlet and an outlet. The inlet and the outlet are at opposing ends of the body and in fluid communication with each other. The at least one elongated catch extends from and around the body. A portion of the body extends radially outwardly further than the at least one elongated catch. 1. A drain pot comprising:a body having an inlet and an outlet, the inlet and the outlet at opposing ends of the body and in fluid communication with each other; andat least one elongated catch extending from and at least partially around the body,wherein a portion of the body extends radially outwardly further than the at least one elongated catch.2. The drain pot of claim 1 , wherein the body is annular-shaped.3. The drain pot of claim 2 , wherein the body includes a top portion claim 2 , bottom portion and an intermediate portion disposed between the top portion and the bottom portion claim 2 , and wherein the inlet is disposed at the top portion and the outlet is disposed at the bottom portion.4. The drain pot of claim 3 , wherein the at least one elongated catch extends from the intermediate portion of the body and cooperates with the top portion to define a slot.5. The drain pot of claim 1 , wherein the at least one elongated catch is arcuate.6. The drain pot of claim 1 , wherein the body and the at least one elongated catch is made of a polymeric material.7. The drain pot of claim 1 , wherein the at least one elongated catch includes a vertical member and a horizontal member that extends from an end of the vertical member.8. A drain apparatus for a deck in a marine vessel claim 1 , the drain apparatus comprising:an adapter disposed within an opening in the deck of the marine vessel and attached to the deck of the marine vessel; anda drain pot configured to be removably installed within the adapter and including a body and at least one elongated catch, the body having an inlet and an outlet at opposing ...

Ballast water measurement apparatus, ship comprising ballast water measurement apparatus, and ballast water measurement method

An object of the present invention is to increase the accuracy of water quality measurement of ballast waters with different oxidant concentrations. A ballast water measurement apparatus ( 2 or 62 ) is provided with: a first measuring unit ( 6 - 1 or 64 - 1 ) for measuring an oxidant concentration of ballast water after addition of an oxidant or ballast water before addition of a neutralizing agent; a second measuring unit ( 6 - 2 or 64 - 2 ) for measuring an oxidant concentration of ballast water after neutralization of the oxidant; and a casing ( 4 ) that accommodates the first measuring unit and the second measuring unit. Oxidant concentration measurement ranges of the first measuring unit and the second measuring unit are different.

Boat Hull Drain Plug

A drain plug for a recreational boat includes a position sensor and an alarm to detect the operating condition of the drain plug and provide a signal indicating that the plug is in an open position. The drain plug includes a drain plug body and a cap. The cap is connected to the drain plug body in such a manner as to be inseparable from the drain plug body. 1. A drain plug comprising;a) a drain plug body having at least one flow passage, a stem, and an external thread,b) a cap including a shaft fixedly secured to the cap and adapted to reciprocate within the drain plug body,c) a spring positioned within a hollow portion of the stem, andd) the drain plug body having at least one through passage which communicates with a bilge area.2. The drain plug as claimed in claim 1 , further including a retaining member fixed to the shaft to prevent the shaft from being separated from the drain plug body when the drain plug is in an assembled condition.3. The drain plug as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the cap includes a raised knob.4. The drain plug as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the cap and the drain plug body have complementary threads.5. The drain plug as claimed in claim 1 , further including an O-ring located within the cap.6. The drain plug as claimed in claim 1 , further including a sealing member adapted to be positioned between a rear surface of the drain plug body and a wall of a boat.7. The drain plug as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the drain plug body includes a plurality of flow passages.8. The drain plug as claimed in claim 1 , further including means for detecting the position of the cap relative to the drain plug body.9. The drain plug as claimed in claim 1 , further including a magnet within the hollow portion of the stem.10. A drain plug comprising;a) a drain plug body having at least one flow passage, a stem, and an external thread,b) a cap including a shaft fixedly secured to the cap and adapted to reciprocate within the drain plug body,c) a spring ...

PORTABLE FOLDABLE HOUSE FOR PETS AND HUMANS

A house is provided. The house includes a base and a roof. The roof is attached to the base. The base has sufficient buoyancy to enable the house to float on water. 120-. (canceled)21. A floatable house comprising:a buoyant base, wherein the buoyant base is configured to be made of a closed-cell foam that has a lower density of water to enable the house to float on water;a roof, wherein the roof is attached to the base; and{'claim-text': ['a propeller;', 'one of a hand operated arm and a pedal or both the hand operated arm and the pedal, wherein the one of the hand operated arm and the pedal or both the hand operated arm and the pedal is in operative connection with the propeller, wherein the one of the hand operated arm and the pedal or both the hand operated arm and the pedal is configured to be operated by a user to cause rotation of the propeller to move the house along the water; and', 'a driveshaft, wherein the driveshaft operatively connects the hand operated arm and the pedal or both the hand operated arm and the pedal to the propeller, wherein the one of the hand operated arm and the pedal or both the hand operated arm and the pedal is configured to be operated by a user to cause rotation of the driveshaft, wherein rotation of the driveshaft causes rotation of the propeller.'], '#text': 'a manually powered system, wherein the manually powered system comprises:'}22. The floatable house of claim 21 , wherein the manually powered system includes both the hand operated arm and the pedal claim 21 , wherein the hand operated arm and the pedal are in operative connection with the propeller claim 21 , wherein the hand operated arm and the pedal are configured to be operated by a user to cause rotation of the propeller to move the house along the water claim 21 , wherein the driveshaft operatively connects the hand operated arm and the pedal to the propeller claim 21 , wherein the pedal is configured to be operated by the user to cause rotation of the driveshaft ...

IMPROVED ENGINE CONTROL

A method for controlling a propulsion operation of a propulsion unit to reach a desired speed of a marine vessel. The method comprises obtaining a target speed configuration indicating the desired speed of the marine vessel, obtaining a current speed value associated with a current speed of the marine vessel, obtaining a fill level value associated with a fill level of one or more ballast tanks of the marine vessel, and controlling the propulsion operation of the propulsion unit to reach the desired speed based on the target speed configuration, the current speed value, and on the fill level value. 1. A method for controlling a propulsion operation of a propulsion unit to reach a desired speed of a marine vessel upon acceleration , the method comprisingobtaining a target speed configuration indicating the desired speed,obtaining a current speed value associated with a current speed of the marine vessel,obtaining a fill level value associated with a fill level of one or more ballast tanks of the marine vessel, andcontrolling the propulsion operation of the propulsion unit to reach the desired speed based on the target speed configuration, the current speed value, and on the fill level value, characterized in that if the fill level value is increasing then also increasing the propulsion power of the propulsion unit to account for added resistivity.2. (canceled)3. The method according to claim 1 , comprising obtaining a power trim setting associated with the propulsion unit claim 1 , and controlling the propulsion operation of the propulsion unit to reach the desired speed based also on the power trim setting.4. The method according to claim 3 , wherein the controlling comprises increasing a propulsion power of the propulsion unit in dependence of a power trim downward thrust level associated with the power trim setting.5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the controlling comprises using any of a proportional claim 1 , P claim 1 , a proportional-integral claim ...

Angled Drain Port with Plug

A drain plug including a first handle on an interior side of a boat and a second handle on an exterior side of the boat, allowing the drain plug to be operated from an exterior side of the boat or from the interior side of the boat. The handles are also sized to prevent passage through a drain port to prevent the drain plug from being lost. The drain port in which the drain plug is disposed may be angled to provide for clearance between the first handle of the drain plug and the hull of the boat and enable a user to easily grasp the interior handle of the drain plug to install and uninstall the drain plug by hand.

Electronic Bilge Pump Switch with Monitoring and RF Communication, Apparatus and System

An electronic controller for a bilge pump providing the functions of monitoring liquid level in a boat bilge, and controlling the operation of the bilge pump, and monitoring the bilge pump operation, including bilge temperature, the bilge pump current and voltage, and maintaining a log of the collected data and providing the data to a remote device. In addition, the pump controller dynamically adjusts the bilge pumps operation based on commands received from a remote device and the logged data. In addition, the system monitors for hazardous materials within the bilge fluid preventing discharge within protected water ways. 1. An apparatus for controlling a bilge pump , the apparatus comprising in combination:a waterproof enclosure containing:a probe for providing a probe signal indicating the presence of fluid at the probe;a probe in contact with an air sample for providing an air threshold level;a controller in communication with the probes to receive the probes signals;an electronically activated switch for controlling a bilge pump motor;wherein the controller is programmed to compare the air threshold level to that of the fluid sensing probe signal; andwherein the controller is programmed to activated the switch to energize the bilge pump motor if the fluid sensing probe signal is not equal to the air threshold level; andwherein the controller is programmed to de-energize the bilge pump motor if the sensor signal is equal to the air threshold level.2. The apparatus for controlling a bilge pump according to claim 1 , further comprising:a probe in contact with a water sample for providing an water threshold level;wherein the controller is programmed to de-energize the bilge pump motor if the sensor signal is equal to the water threshold level.3. The apparatus for controlling a bilge pump according to claim 1 , further comprising multiple fluid level probes;wherein the controller is programmed to compare each fluid level probe signal to the air sample threshold ...

Ballast water treatment system

Disclosed is a ballast water treatment system including: a ballast water supply unit for supplying seawater employed as ballast water to a ballast water tank; an electrolysis device receiving a part of the seawater being supplied to the ballast water tank, and generating sodium hypochlorite and hydrogen gas as by-product gas by electrolyzing the part of the seawater being supplied to the ballast water tank via the ballast water supply unit; and a hydrogen gas removing device receiving a gas-liquid mixture of electrolyzed water and the hydrogen gas that are generated in the electrolysis device, removing the hydrogen gas by a catalyst reaction, and supplying remaining electrolyzed water to the ballast water tank via the ballast water supply unit.

Boat Motor Flushing System

A boat motor flushing system that allows for single handed manipulation when remotely positioning the flushing ears providing a source of fresh water when flushing or performing maintenance on the motor of a boat stored on a lift. The system is comprised of a water passage tube, a locking rod, flushing ears, gripping handle and locking assembly.

WAKEBOAT WITH DYNAMIC WAVE CONTROL

Wakeboat ballast pump systems and methods are provided to monitor the operational condition and parameters of wakeboat ballast components. Systems and methods for sensing and measurement are provided to detect parameters associated with wakeboat ballast pumps and compartments, including systems and methods that can economically retrofit into existing wakeboat ballast systems. Systems and methods are also provided to enable automated action based on various operational conditions and parameters to improve the safety, automation, performance, convenience, and marketing advantage of wakeboat ballast pumps. 125-. (canceled)26. A wakeboat control system comprising:the wakeboat having a hull and a transom;a first sensor configured to measure a change in the angle of the hull;a plurality of ballast pumps;processing circuitry coupled to the sensor and the plurality of ballast pumps, wherein the processing circuitry automatically controls operation of the ballast pumps in response to inputs received from the first sensor.27. The wakeboat control system of claim 26 , further comprising trim plates movably attached to the transom claim 26 , the processing circuitry automatically controls the position of the trim plates in response to inputs received from the first sensor.28. The wakeboat control system of claim 26 , wherein the sensor is configured to monitor rotation of the hull about a longitudinal axis of the hull.29. The wakeboat control system of claim 28 , wherein the processing circuitry provides the ability to store and recall the longitudinal angle of the hull and thereby automatically adjust the attitude of the hull by operation of the ballast pumps and the trim plates.30. The wakeboat control system of claim 26 , further comprising a second sensor claim 26 , the second sensor configured to monitor rotation of the hull about a lateral axis claim 26 , the second sensor coupled to the processing circuitry and wherein the processing circuitry controls operation of the ...

WATERCRAFT DRAIN PLUG SYSTEM

The specification discloses a watercraft drain plug system that includes two or more drain plugs, an actuator, and a cable assembly interconnecting the drain plugs and the actuator. The actuator may be operated to move the drain plugs between open and closed positions. The actuator includes a locking mechanism for securing the actuator in the closed position to prevent inadvertent opening of the drain plugs. 1. A watercraft drain plug system comprising:a drain plug assembly including a drain plug housing and a drain plug, the drain plug housing adapted to be secured in a hull of a watercraft, the drain plug being movable within the drain plug housing between an open position permitting water to flow through the drain plug housing and a closed position prohibiting water from flowing through the drain plug housing;a cable assembly having a drain plug end and an actuator end, the drain plug end operatively connected to the drain plug to move the drain plug between the open position and the closed position; andan actuator assembly adapted to be secured within the interior of the watercraft, the actuator assembly including an actuator and a locking mechanism, the actuator end of the cable assembly operatively connected to the actuator, the actuator controlling the drain plug through the cable assembly, the actuator movable between a first position in which the drain plug is in the open position and a second position in which the drain plug is in the closed position, the locking mechanism selectively securing the actuator in the second position to prevent inadvertent movement of the actuator from the second position to the first position, and thereby to prevent inadvertent movement of the drain plug from the closed position to the open position.2. A watercraft drain plug system as defined in wherein the locking mechanism is spring-loaded to positively retain the actuator in the first position and the second position.3. A watercraft drain plug system as defined in wherein: ...

VESSEL

A vessel is provided with a hull that includes left and right side walls, a bottom, and a plurality of decks including a freeboard deck; a plurality of rooms divided back and forth in a longitudinal direction of the hull by a bulkhead inside the hull; and flood control watertight compartments that are disposed inside the plurality of rooms, divide a space from a double bottom upper deck or the bottom below the freeboard deck to the freeboard deck, and are in contact with the side wall of a port side or the side wall of a starboard side and the bulkhead. 110-. (canceled)11. A vessel comprising:a hull that includes side walls of a port side and a starboard side, a bottom, and a plurality of decks including a freeboard deck;a bulkhead that is provided inside the hull to divide interior of the hull into a plurality of rooms in a longitudinal direction of the hull; anda flood control watertight compartment that is disposed inside at least one of the plurality of rooms, divides a space from a deck below the freeboard deck or the bottom to the freeboard deck, and is in contact with the side walls and the bulkhead, whereinthe flood control watertight compartment is raised to be higher than the freeboard deck.12. A vessel comprising:a hull that includes side walls of a port side and a starboard side, a bottom, and a plurality of decks including a freeboard deck;a bulkhead that is provided inside the hull to divide interior of the hull into a plurality of rooms in a longitudinal direction of the hull; anda flood control watertight compartment that is disposed inside at least one of the plurality of rooms, divides a space from a deck below the freeboard deck or the bottom to the freeboard deck, and is in contact with the side walls and the bulkhead, whereinthe hull is provided with a longitudinal bulkhead along the side walls of the port side and the starboard side, on the inner side of each of the side walls of the port side and the starboard side on a bow side, and the flood ...

SURGE DAMPING SYSTEMS AND PROCESSES FOR USING SAME

Surge damping systems and processes for using same. In some embodiments, a system for mooring a vessel can include a mooring support structure that can include a base structure and a turntable disposed on the base structure. A vessel support structure can be disposed on the vessel. At least one extension arm can be suspended from the vessel support structure. A ballast tank can be connected to the extension arm. A uni-directional passive surge damping system can be disposed on the vessel and can include an elongated tension member connected to the ballast tank that can be configured to dampen a movement of the ballast tank by applying a tension thereto. A yoke can extend from and can be connected at a first end to the ballast tank and can include a yoke head disposed on a second end thereof that can be configured to connect to the turntable. 1. A system for mooring a vessel , comprising: a base structure; and', 'a turntable disposed on the base structure, wherein the turntable is configured to at least partially rotate about the base structure;, 'a mooring support structure comprisinga vessel support structure disposed on the vessel;at least one extension arm suspended from the vessel support structure;a ballast tank connected to the at least one extension arm, the ballast tank configured to move back and forth below the vessel support structure;a uni-directional passive surge damping system disposed on the vessel, wherein the uni-directional passive surge damping system comprises an elongated tension member connected to the ballast tank, and wherein the elongated tension member is configured to dampen a movement of the ballast tank by applying a tension to the ballast tank; anda yoke extending from and connected at a first end to the ballast tank, wherein the yoke comprises a yoke head disposed on a second end thereof, and wherein the yoke head is configured to connect to the turntable.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the uni-directional passive surge damping ...

BALLAST SYSTEM FOR A BOAT AND METHOD OF OPERATING A BOAT

A method of operating a boat to produce a surf wake includes partially filling a transverse ballast tank, moving the boat through a body of water, rolling the boat toward either its port or starboard side to shift the water in the transverse ballast tank such that at least some of the water in the transverse ballast tank moves from one side of a longitudinal centerline of the boat to the other side of the centerline, and creating a surf wake on the side toward which the boat is rolled. 1. A method of operating a boat to produce a surf wake , the method comprising:supplying water to a transverse ballast tank to partially fill the transverse ballast tank, the transverse ballast tank being oriented transversely in the boat;moving the boat through a body of water;rolling the boat toward either its port or starboard side to shift the water in the transverse ballast tank such that at least some of the water in the transverse ballast tank moves from one side of a longitudinal centerline of the boat to the other side of the centerline; andcreating a surf wake on the side toward which the boat is rolled.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the supplying step includes operating a pump to draw water from the body of water into the transverse ballast tank.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the entirety of the transverse ballast tank is located in the aft half of the boat.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the boat is moved through the water at a speed of 9 mph to 12 mph while the surf wake is created.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the rolling step comprises deploying a trim tab or interceptor on one side of the boat's longitudinal centerline.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the rolling step comprises deploying a wake-shaping device on one side of the boat's longitudinal centerline claim 1 , the wake-shaping device including a plate-like member and being deployed by pivoting at least a portion of the plate-like member downward about a pivot axis that is horizontal or ...

PONTOON SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Embodiments include a retrofit pontoon system including a pontoon, the pontoon having a pontoon body defining a first cavity, the pontoon body having a first aperture; a retrofit assembly, the retrofit assembly including a selectively fillable container sized to pass through the first aperture; and a pump. The pump is operably coupled with the selectively fillable container such that operation of the pump selectively fills and drains water from the selectively fillable container, wherein filling the selectively fillable container lowers the profile of the pontoon in the water and emptying the selectively fillable container raises the profile of the pontoon in the water. 1. A retrofit pontoon system comprising:a pontoon, the pontoon having a pontoon body defining a first cavity, the pontoon body having a first aperture;a retrofit assembly, the retrofit assembly including a selectively fillable container sized to pass through the first aperture; anda pump, the pump being operably coupled with the selectively fillable container such that operation of the pump selectively fills and drains water from the selectively fillable container, wherein filling the selectively fillable container lowers the profile of the pontoon in the water and emptying the selectively fillable container raises the profile of the pontoon in the water.2. The retrofit pontoon system of claim 1 , wherein the retrofit assembly further comprises a plate for securing the retrofit assembly to the pontoon body.3. The retrofit pontoon system of claim 1 , wherein the retrofit assembly further comprises a first release valve.4. The retrofit pontoon system of claim 1 , wherein the retrofit assembly further comprises a first port such that air in the first cavity is released when the selectively fillable container expands.5. The retrofit pontoon system of claim 1 , wherein the selectively fillable container is a compliant balloon.6. The retrofit pontoon system of claim 1 , wherein the selectively fillable ...

Seawater Intake Riser Interface With Vessel Hull

A slide-in structural interface between a Sea Water Intake Riser (SWIR) and a floating unit hull or sump tank bottom plate permits a pull-in, diver-less installation of the SWIR. Certain embodiments include an integrated, easily maintainable strainer. 1. A structural interface between a Seawater Intake Riser (SWIR) and the hull or sump tank bottom plate of a floating vessel comprising:{'b': 1', '5', '3, 'a main cylindrical body () perforated in a lower portion () located above a sealing device ();'}{'b': 2', '1, 'a cylindrical strainer () that is coaxial with and inserted into the main body ();'}{'b': '10', 'a first annular seal () located below a perforated section of the strainer in the annulus between the main body and the strainer;'}{'b': '10', 'a second annular seal (′) located above a perforated section of the strainer in the annulus between the main body and the strainer;'}{'b': 3', '6', '11', '12, 'a sealing device () located at a penetration in the vessel hull () or sump tank bottom plate, the sealing device comprising a male portion () and female portion ();'}{'b': '13', 'at least one ring seal () located between the male and female portions configured to provide a watertight seal between the male portion and the female portion;'}{'b': 4', '7', '14', '15', '9, 'a hang-off device () located at a penetration through a first horizontal hull-supporting structure () that is located above the lower draft of the vessel, the hang-off device comprising a male part (), a female part () and a split clamp ();'}{'b': 6', '15', '4, 'wherein the above elements are sized and configured to permit the SWIR to be pulled into the penetration with the vessel hull () or sump tank bottom plate from below the hull or sump tank bottom plate and into engagement with the female part () of the hang-off device ().'}253. The structural interface recited in wherein the perforated lower portion () is proximate the sealing device ().3514. The structural interface recited in wherein the ...

SYSTEM FOR TREATING SHIPS' BALLAST WATER

The system for treating ships' ballast water, which is attached to a ship that sails a sea route having a plurality of calling ports, comprises: a disinfectant reservoir that stores a disinfectant; a data acquisition means that acquires stored disinfectant information regarding a remaining amount and an effective chlorine concentration of a disinfectant stored in the disinfectant reservoir; a data storage means that stores supplier information regarding a disinfectant supplier at each of the plurality of calling ports and sea route information regarding a call sequence and a call schedule for the plurality of calling ports; and a data calculation means that determines whether or not an order for the disinfectant has to be placed, on the basis of the stored disinfectant information. 1. A system for treating ships' ballast water , the system being attached to a ship that sails a sea route having a plurality of calling ports , the system comprising:a disinfectant reservoir that stores a disinfectant;a data acquisition means that acquires stored disinfectant information regarding a remaining amount and an effective chlorine concentration of a disinfectant stored in the disinfectant reservoir;a data storage means that stores supplier information regarding a disinfectant supplier at each of the plurality of calling ports and sea route information regarding a call sequence and a call schedule for the plurality of calling ports; anda data calculation means that determines whether or not an order for the disinfectant has to be placed, on a basis of the stored disinfectant information,wherein when determining that the order for the disinfectant has to be placed, the data calculation means makes a determination as to which calling port among the plurality of calling ports at which the order for the disinfectant is placed with a disinfectant supplier.2. The system for treating ships' ballast water according to claim 1 , wherein the disinfectant is sodium hypochlorite.3. The ...

Floating Construction

A floating construction comprising a container filled fully or partially with water, the lower portion of the container being located within a surrounding body of water and the water surface level of the surrounding body of water being substantially lower that the water surface level inside the container, the container comprising transparent walls or walls with transparent sections and at least one open opening for entering the container, which at least one open opening is located below the surface level of the surrounding body of water, and which floating construction comprises space for spectators observing activities taking place inside the container, wherein the floating construction comprises at least one ballast tank, which ballast tank is connected to the container with a controllable pressure connection, and which ballast tank has controllable water connection to the surrounding body of water. 1. A floating construction comprising a container filled fully or partially with water , the lower portion of the container being located within a surrounding body of water and the water surface level of the surrounding body of water being substantially lower that the water surface level inside the container , the container comprising transparent walls or walls with transparent sections and at least one open opening for entering the container , which at least one open opening is located below the surface level of the surrounding body of water , and which floating construction comprises space for spectators for observing activities taking place inside the container , wherein the floating construction comprises at least one ballast tank , which ballast tank is connected to the container with a controllable pressure connection , and which ballast tank has controllable water connection to the surrounding body of water.2. The floating construction according to claim 1 , wherein the pressure connection is located between the upper portion of the at least one ballast tank and ...

BALLAST WATER TREATMENT DEVICE AND BALLAST WATER TREATMENT METHOD

Disclosed herein is a ballast water treatment device including a bypass pipe having both ends connected to a ballast pipe which is connected to a ballast tank and through which ballast water flows, the bypass pipe being configured to allow a part of ballast water flowing through the ballast pipe to form a divided flow from the ballast pipe and to allow the divided flow to be merged with the ballast pipe, a chemical holding part in which a chemical is stored and a chemical pipe configured to connect the chemical holding part and the bypass pipe with each other and supplies the chemical from the chemical holding part to the ballast pipe. 1. A ballast water treatment device , comprising:a bypass pipe having both ends connected to a ballast pipe which is connected to a ballast tank and through which ballast water flows, the bypass pipe being configured to allow a part of ballast water flowing through the ballast pipe to form a divided flow from the ballast pipe and to allow the divided flow to be merged with the ballast pipe;a chemical holding part in which a chemical is stored; anda chemical pipe configured to connect the chemical holding part and the bypass pipe with each other and supplies the chemical from the chemical holding part to the bypass pipe,wherein:the chemical holding part is a sterilizing agent holding part in which a sterilizing agent is stored,the chemical pipe is a sterilization pipe which connects the sterilizing agent holding part and the bypass pipe with each other, and supplies the sterilizing agent from the sterilizing agent holding part to the bypass pipe; a neutralizing agent holding part in which a neutralizing agent having a property of neutralizing the sterilizing agent is stored; and', 'a neutralization pipe which connects the neutralizing agent holding part and the bypass pipe with each other, and supplies the neutralizing agent from the neutralizing agent holding part to the bypass pipe., 'the ballast water treatment device further ...

SYSTEMS AND PROCESSES FOR RECOVERING A CONDENSATE FROM A CONDUIT

Systems and processes for recovering a condensate from a conduit. In one embodiment, the system can include a floating buoy that can include a fluid swivel assembly coupled thereto. The system can also include a floating conduit, a first gas transfer conduit, and a second gas transfer conduit that can be configured to transfer a gas discharged from a vessel storage tank to a pipeline end manifold located at a subsea location. The system can also include a first condensation conduit, a pump, and a second condensation conduit that can be configured to transfer at least a portion of any condensate that accumulates within an internal volume of the floating conduit at a low point between the vessel storage tank and the first gas transfer conduit into a flow path defined by a first swivel section of the fluid swivel assembly, a storage tank, or a combination thereof. 1. A system for recovering a condensate from a conduit , comprising:a floating buoy comprising a fluid swivel assembly coupled thereto, wherein the fluid swivel assembly comprises a first swivel section rotatably coupled to a second swivel section;a floating conduit, a first gas transfer conduit, and a second gas transfer conduit configured to transfer a gas discharged from a vessel storage tank to a pipeline end manifold located at a subsea location, wherein the floating conduit comprises a low point between the vessel storage tank and the first gas transfer conduit; anda first condensation conduit, a pump, and a second condensation conduit configured to transfer at least a portion of any condensate that accumulates within an internal volume of the floating conduit at the low point into a flow path defined by the first swivel section.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein a first end of the first condensation conduit is disposed within the floating conduit.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein:a first end of the first condensation conduit is disposed within the floating conduit and comprises a weighted filter,an ...

System and method for discharging a waste fluid

The embodiments herein relate to a system for discharging a waste fluid from a floating unit ( 100 ) adapted to float in a body of water ( 103 ). The system is adapted to discharge said waste fluid to said body of water ( 103 ) surrounding the floating unit ( 100 ). The system comprises a mooring line compartment ( 105 ) adapted to accommodate at least part of a mooring line ( 108 ) for the floating unit ( 100 ) and a discharge portion ( 115 ) adapted to discharge the waste fluid into the mooring line compartment ( 105 ). The system comprises an outlet ( 113 ) adapted to discharge the waste fluid from the mooring line compartment ( 105 ) to the body of water ( 103 ).

System and Methods for Heat Treatment of Ballast Fluid

Heat treatment system and methods to decontaminate ballast fluid includes ballast tank(s) each having a temperature sensor. A heat source transfers heat to ballast fluid when circulated therethrough. Diverter valves provide selective direction of fluid flow to either the onboard heat source or external auxiliary heat source when connected. A pump moves ballast fluid between the ballast tank(s) and the heat source, recirculating ballast fluid for iterative heating. The temperature sensor provides ballast fluid temperature information in the ballast tank(s). Recirculation is stopped when ballast fluid meets predetermined ballast temperature conditions. A display provides decontamination status to an operator. A control unit monitors all sensors, valves and pumps to coordinate the performance of the heat treatment process and provide history report confirming decontamination.

Boat Hull Drain Plug

A drain plug for a recreational boat includes a position sensor and an alarm to detect the operating condition of the drain plug and provide a signal indicating that the plug is in an open position. The drain plug includes a drain plug body and a cap. The cap is connected to the drain plug body in such a manner as to be inseparable from the drain plug body. 1. A drain plug comprising;a) a drain plug body including a hollow stem protruding from the body, and having at least one flow passage,b) a cap including a shaft fixedly secured to the cap and adapted to reciprocate within the hollow stem of the drain plug body,c) a spring positioned within the hollow stem of the drain plug body, andd) a sensor responsive to the position of the shaft in the hollow stem whereby an axial position of the stem can be detected by the sensor.2. The drain plug as claimed in further including a retaining member fixed to the shaft to prevent the shaft from being separated from the drain plug body when the drain plug is in an assembled condition.3. The drain plug as claimed in wherein the cap includes a raised knob.4. The drain plug as claimed in wherein the cap and the drain plug body have complementary threads.5. The drain plug as claimed in further including an O-ring located within the cap.6. The drain plug as claimed in further including a sealing member adapted to be positioned between a rear surface of the drain plug body and a wall of a boat.7. The drain plug as claimed in wherein the drain plug body includes a plurality of flow passages.8. The drain plug as claimed in further including an alarm connected to the sensor.9. A drain plug comprising;a) a drain plug body having at least one flow passage and an external thread,b) a cap including a shaft fixedly secured to the cap and adapted to reciprocate within the drain plug body, andc) the drain plug having a flow area that is larger than 0.2 square inch.10. The drain plug as claimed in further including a retaining member fixed to ...

FLOTATION SYSTEM FOR OFFSHORE POWER GENERATION PLATFORM

A flotation system for an offshore power generation platform comprises: multiple buoyant bodies each containing a high-pressure air and ballast water therein to create buoyancy; connecting members connecting the multiple buoyant bodies to each other; ballast water flowing tubes through which the ballast water contained in the multiple buoyant bodies flows with respect to each other; a high-pressure tank supplying the high-pressure air into the multiple buoyant bodies; a compressor replenishing air pressure present in the high-pressure tank; an equilibrium sensor sensing an equilibrium state of each of the multiple buoyant bodies and transmitting a signal; and a controller controlling, in response to the signal from the equilibrium sensor, an amount of air supplied from the high-pressure tank to the buoyant body and an amount of air discharged from the buoyant body. 1. A flotation system for an offshore power generation platform , the system being used in offshore wind power generation and the like and comprising:{'b': '100', 'multiple buoyant bodies () each containing a high-pressure air (A) and ballast water (B) therein to create buoyancy;'}{'b': 200', '100', '250, 'connecting members () connecting the multiple buoyant bodies () and a platform () to each other, the platform on which a power generation facility is provided;'}{'b': 300', '100, 'ballast water flowing tubes () through which the ballast water (B) contained in the multiple buoyant bodies () flows with respect to each other;'}{'b': 400', '100, 'a high-pressure tank () supplying the high-pressure air (A) into the multiple buoyant bodies ();'}{'b': 500', '400, 'a compressor () replenishing air pressure present in the high-pressure tank ();'}{'b': 600', '100, 'an equilibrium sensor () sensing an equilibrium state of each of the multiple buoyant bodies () and transmitting a signal;'}{'b': 700', '100, 'a pressure sensor () sensing pressure present in each of the multiple buoyant bodies () and transmitting a ...

Wakeboat Ballast Measurement Assemblies and Methods

Wakeboat ballast compartment fluid level sensing assemblies are provided that can include: a wakeboat having a hull; a ballast compartment associated with the hull; a nonconductive sensor chamber in fluidic communication with the ballast compartment; and at least one conductive electrode associated with the sensor chamber. Methods for sensing a fluid level within a ballast compartment aboard a wakeboat are also provided. The methods can include maintaining fluid communication between the ballast compartment and a sensor chamber; and determining the electrical communication of electrodes operatively associated with the sensor chamber.

MODULAR FLOATING STRUCTURE AND METHOD OF CONSTRUCTION

A floating territory is made of at least two floatable building components having the shape of a prism with a regular polygon base, such as a triangle, a square, a pentagon, a hexagon, etc. combined with sliding dovetails and dovetail grooves for sliding attachment to neighboring construction elements. The attachments allow the floatable building components to slide vertically relative to each other, thereby permitting the floating territory to follow the upward and downward movement of the waves. A method of converting floating ocean waste into structures, in particular, floating territories is also provided. 1. A floating territory made of at least two floatable building components , at least two of the at least two components having a first regular polygonal base end and a second regular polygonal cover end and walls extending essentially in a common direction from the base end to the cover end to enclose a watertight compartment therein , the walls including integral attachment elements comprising dovetails and dovetail grooves for sliding attachment to adjacent complementary attachment elements of an adjacent component , the dovetail grooves extending along the walls from the base end to the cover end , wherein said attachment elements of the building component , when interconnected to another attachment element of another building component , (a) allowing attachment between building components without intermediate components and (b) allowing said floatable building components to slide vertically relative to each other so that the floating territory is able to follow upward and downward movements of the waves.2. The floating territory of claim 1 , wherein the regular polygonal base and/or cover is selected from one of a list of forms consisting of a triangle claim 1 , a square claim 1 , a pentagon claim 1 , and a hexagon.3. The floating territory of claim 1 , wherein at least one cover extends over the dovetail grooves so as to provide a substantially seamless ...

Boat Drain Plug Storage and Reminder Device

A storage device for holding a drain plug for a boat is disclosed. The storage device provides a place to store the drain plug when it is removed from a drain hole for the boat. The storage device includes a reminder system using an emergency stop lanyard (ESL) present on nearly all powerboats. The storage device holds both the ESL and the drain plug. The storage device is designed so that the ESL cannot be removed without first removing the drain plug. Thus, an operator cannot start a boat's engine without first removing the drain plug from the storage device to gain access to the ESL, allowing the ESL to be refitted onto an operating system for the boat's engine. The act of handling the drain plug reminds the operator to re-install the drain plug into the drain hole. 1. A storage device for holding a drain plug for a boat , the storage device comprising:a. a circular aperture, the circular aperture sized and structured to securely receive the drain plug; andb. a means for retaining an emergency stop lanyard (ESL) for the boat, the means for retaining the ESL in communication with the circular aperture, the means for retaining the ESL structured and positioned so that an operator cannot remove the ESL from the storage device until the operator first removes the drain plug from the circular aperture.2. The storage device of claim 1 , wherein the storage device includes a means for temporarily attaching the storage device to the boat or to a trailer for the boat.3. The storage device of claim 2 , wherein the means for temporarily attaching the storage device to the boat or to a trailer for the boat is comprised of a tether and a clip.4. The storage device of claim 2 , wherein the means for temporarily attaching the storage device to the boat or to a trailer for the boat is comprised of a carabineer-like mechanism.5. The storage device of claim 1 , wherein the storage device includes a means for permanently attaching the storage device to the boat or to a trailer for ...

BILGE PUMP BREAKOUT BOX AND ASSOCIATED METHODS

A bilge pump breakout box is for connection to a bilge pump system that includes a bilge pump, a power supply, a manual on/off switch, and a float switch. The bilge pump breakout box includes a dielectric substrate, and a terminal block positioned on a first side of the substrate and including a plurality of electrical connection terminals configured to be electrically coupled to the bilge pump, the power supply, the manual on/off switch, and the float switch. Each of the plurality of electrical connection terminals includes a wire connector at a first end, and a connection pin at a second end and extending through the dielectric substrate. Connection circuitry is positioned on a second side of the dielectric substrate and electrically connecting various connection pins of the plurality of electrical connection terminals in a circuit pattern. A protective enclosure protects the components from the ambient environment. 1. A bilge pump breakout box for connection to a bilge pump system including a bilge pump , a power supply , a manual on/off switch , and a float switch , the bilge pump breakout box comprising:a dielectric substrate;a terminal block positioned on a first side of the substrate and including a plurality of electrical connection terminals configured to be electrically coupled to the bilge pump, the power supply, the manual on/off switch, and the float switch;each of the plurality of electrical connection terminals including a wire connector at a first end, and a connection pin at a second end and extending through the dielectric substrate;connection circuitry positioned on a second side of the dielectric substrate and electrically connecting various connection pins of the plurality of electrical connection terminals in a circuit pattern; anda protective enclosure enclosing the dielectric substrate, terminal block and connection circuitry and configured to protect such from an ambient environment.2. The bilge pump breakout box according to claim 1 , ...

BALLAST AND DE-BALLAST SYSTEM AND METHODS

A ballast and de-ballast system and method for an articulated tug barge (ATB) or integrated tug barge (ITB) are described herein. The system includes a tug ballast tank located on the tug, the tug ballast tank being configured to hold ballast water; and a barge trim tank located on the barge, the barge trim tank being configured to hold ballast water. The system further includes at least one umbilical line connecting the tug ballast tank to the barge trim tank. The system is configured to transfer ballast water between the tug ballast tank and the barge trim tank via the at least one umbilical line. 117-. (canceled)18. A ballast and de-ballast system on a tug , the system comprising:a tug ballast tank located on the tug, the tug ballast tank being configured to hold ballast water;one or more pumps configured and arranged to pump water into and out of the tug ballast tank into and out of a barge trim tank located on a barge, the barge trim tank being configured to hold ballast water;one or more valves configured and arranged to control a flow of water into and out of the tug ballast tank; andat least one umbilical line configured to fluidly connect the tug ballast tank to the barge trim tank to transfer ballast water between the tug ballast tank and the barge trim tank.19. The ballast and de-ballast system according to claim 18 , wherein the tug ballast tank comprises a plurality of water tanks.20. The ballast and de-ballast system according to claim 18 , further comprising the barge trim tank claim 18 , wherein the barge trim tank comprises a plurality of water tanks.21. The ballast and de-ballast system according to claim 18 , wherein the tug ballast tank has a sufficient capacity to meet stability requirements for the tug.22. The ballast and de-ballast system according to claim 18 , wherein the barge trim tank has a sufficient capacity to meet ballasting requirements for the tug.23. The ballast and de-ballast system according to claim 18 , wherein the barge ...

System and method for controlling a structure suspended in water

An aquatic system configured for suspending a structure (2; 9; 20; 21) in a body of water (W), comprising at least two buoyancy control arrangements (15) configured for connection to the structure (2; 9; 20; 21) and to a seabed (B) below the body of water (W). The structure (2; 9; 20; 21) is moored to the seabed (B) via the at least two buoyancy control arrangements (15). Each buoyancy control arrangement (15) comprising a first buoyancy device (4) and a second buoyancy device (3), the buoyancy of each of the first buoyancy devices (4) and each of the second buoyancy devices (3) is independently controllable in order to adjust the vertical and horizontal position of the structure (2; 9; 20; 21) and vertical and horizontal restoring capacity of the aquatic system in the body of water (W).

SURF WAKE SYSTEM FOR A WATERCRAFT

An adjustable surf wake system enhances a wake formed by a watercraft travelling through water. The system may include a flap for deflecting water traveling past the stern of the watercraft, and/or a positioner operably connected to the flap for positioning the flap relative to a longitudinal axis of the watercraft between a neutral position and an outward position. Positioning a port flap in its extended position enhances a starboard surf wake, and positioning the starboard flap in its extended position enhances a port surf wake. 1. A boat configured to alert or notify a rider surfing behind the boat that the boat is or is about to reconfigure itself to change one or more aspects of a wake , the boat comprising:a hull configured to produce a wake when the hull moves through water;one or more positionable surfaces, the one or more positionable surfaces having a plurality of orientations with respect to said hull, a first of said orientations modifying said wake by causing an outward right-side face of said wake to be smoother that an outward left-side face of said wake thereby forming a surf right configuration, and a second of said orientations modifying said wake by causing said outward left-side face of said wake to be smoother that said outward right-side face of said wake thereby forming a surf left configuration;one or more user input devices configured to receive input from a user, said input including a selection by the user to transition from said surf right configuration to said surf left configuration, or from said surf left configuration to a surf right configuration;one or more actuators responsive to the input received by the one or more user input devices to move the one or more positionable surfaces from said first orientation (surf right configuration) to said second orientation (surf left configuration), or from said second orientation (surf left configuration) to said first orientation (surf right configuration); andone or more rider notification ...

WATERCRAFT WITH RETRACTABLE FIN

In one example, a watercraft includes a buoyant body in the form of a single piece structure sized and configured to support the weight of one or more users. The watercraft also includes a retractable fin connected to a pin that resides in a fixed location relative to the body, the pin including a side surface that is in contact with the body. The retractable fin is rotatable about the pin between an extended position and a retracted position, and the retractable fin includes an engagement portion that is engageable with a first portion of the body and with a second portion of the body. The retractable fin assumes the extended position when the engagement portion is releasably retained by the first portion of the body, and the retractable fin assumes the retracted position when the engagement portion is releasably retained by the second portion of the body. 1. A watercraft suitable for use in water sports and comprising:a buoyant body in the form of a single piece structure sized and configured to support the weight of one or more users; anda retractable fin connected to a pin that resides in a fixed location relative to the body, the pin including a side surface that is in contact with the body, wherein the retractable fin is rotatable about the pin between an extended position and a retracted position, and the retractable fin including an engagement portion that is engageable with a first portion of the body and with a second portion of the body, wherein the retractable fin assumes the extended position when the engagement portion is releasably retained by the first portion of the body, and the retractable fin assumes the retracted position when the engagement portion is releasably retained by the second portion of the body.2. The watercraft as recited in claim 1 , wherein the pin is integral with the retractable fin.3. The watercraft as recited in claim 1 , wherein the body is a hollow plastic body.4. The watercraft as recited in claim 1 , wherein the body ...

STATIC BILGE PUMP

A static bilge pump has a body surrounded by a shell, forming a motive plenum therebetween. Inlets in the front of the shell allow a motive fluid to enter the motive plenum. The motive plenum tapers, decreasing in cross-sectional area along with width as it moves toward its aft, and ends at a motive nozzle. The body houses a suction chamber in fluid communication with a suction inlet that is in fluid communication with the bilge of a boat. Ejectors are positioned proximal to and between the motive nozzle and the discharge outlet. When the static bilge pump is exposed to fluid flow from its front to its stern, such as when a boat is in motion, water enters the motive inlets, filling the motive Plenum and acting as a motive fluid. The motive fluid is ejected at high pressure from the motive nozzle, creating suction at the ejectors and discharging the motive fluid as well as liquid with in the suction chamber out the discharge outlet. 1. A static bilge pump comprising:a body having a convex bottom and a top configured to life flush against a bottom of a boat hull;and suction chamber in fluid communication with a suction inlet and one or more ejectors, wherein the one or more ejectors are located on the bottom of the body;a convex shell having a front and a back and configured to fit over the bottom of the body, thereby forming a motive plenum between the body and the shell, and wherein the motive plenum tapers from the front of the shell to one or more motive nozzles positions at the back of the shell and proximal to the one or more ejectors of the body;one or more motive inlets at the front of the convex shell providing fluid communication between the plenum and the region in front of the static bilge pump.2. The static bilge pump of further comprising a check valve that prevents fluid from flowing out of the suction chamber through the suction inlet.3. The static bilge pump of wherein the static bilge pump is affixed to the bottom of a boat hull and the suction inlet ...

HYBRID VESSEL COMPRISING BALLAST WATER SYSTEM

The present invention refers to a hybrid vessel with a ballast system in which the position of the cabin () is changed vertically, from emerged to submerged and vice versa, according to the decision of its operator. 1. A hybrid vessel with ballast water system comprising:a) at least one cabin; the at least one main tank connected directly to the cabin in total or partially above the water level,', 'wherein the system comprising at least one movement mechanism endowed with a mechanical arm connecting the at least one cabin to the at least one main tank of ballast water, said mechanical arm being selected from the group consisting of articulated quad system, gears, hydraulic system and electrical system., 'b) at least one main tank of ballast water;'}2. The hybrid vessel with ballast water system according to claim 1 , wherein the system comprising two main tanks of ballast water arranged laterally.3. The hybrid vessel with ballast water system according to claim 1 , wherein the system comprising an additional main tank of ballast water located above the at least one cabin.4. The hybrid vessel with ballast water system according to claim 1 , wherein the main tanks are filled with ballast water by means of a water pump claim 1 , or a valve maneuver.5. The hybrid vessel with ballast water system according to claim 4 , wherein the amount of water that fills the main tanks is calculated based on a weight of the main tanks and a thrust of the at least one cabin submersion.6. The hybrid vessel with ballast water system according to claim 1 , wherein the main tanks are filled with ballast water independently of each other or in a joint manner.7. The hybrid vessel with ballast water system according to claim 6 , wherein the main tanks are filled when the at least one cabin is found in a cruise mode and/or observation.8. (canceled)9. The hybrid vessel with ballast water system according to claim 1 , wherein the mechanical arm connecting the at least one cabin to a hull of the ...

BALLAST WATER-FREE VESSEL USING DIFFERENCE IN DEPTH OF BOTTOM SHELL PLATE BETWEEN BOW/STERN AND MIDSHIP SECTION AND CONSTRUCTION METHOD THEREOF

A ballast water-free ship using a difference in the depth of the bottom shell plate between the bow/stern and the midship section and a construction method thereof. A stepped portion is formed between either the bow or the stern and the midship section, such that the depth of the bottom shell plate of either the bow or the stern differs from the depth of the bottom shell plate of the cargo containment in the midship section, so that cargo can be loaded and unloaded without ballast water operation. 1. A ballast water-free ship comprising:a bow and a stern protruding downward to form a stepped portion in a bottom shell plate of a ship, between either the bow or the stern and a midship section; anda bilge keel provided on a bottom of the bottom shell plate in the midship section to be located in a longitudinal direction of the bottom shell plate,wherein the stepped portion formed on the bottom shell plate, between either the bow or the stern and the midship section, causes a difference in height between a draft of the midship section and a draft of either the bow or the stern, such that posture control of the ship in a body of water is enabled in a ballast water-free condition, using a difference in depth of the bottom shell plate between either the bow or the stern and the midship section.2. The ballast water-free ship according to claim 1 , comprising one or more fin stabilizers arranged on the bottom of the bottom shell plate in the midship section to be located in the longitudinal direction of the bottom shell plate.3. The ballast water-free ship according to claim 1 , wherein the bow is located below a bulb of the ship claim 1 ,the stern is located below an engine room of the ship, andthe bottom shell plate in the midship section is located below a cargo containment of the ship.4. The ballast water-free ship according to claim 1 , wherein a bottom surface of the cargo containment located in the midship section of the ship has an inclination in a direction of the ...

HOT TUB BOAT AND METHODS OF ASSEMBLING AND USING SAME

A maneuverable, rigid-hulled, water vessel having a hot tub recessed into or otherwise installed into a rigid boat hull. The vessel, which takes the form of a “hot tub boat,” can float on a body of water, be maneuverable while being propelled on the water, may be towed on the water, and may be moored at a dock. Since the vessel is a hot tub within a rigid boat hull, the vessel may be propelled through water with an inboard or outboard motor. In one embodiment, the vessel may be piloted while the pilot relaxes in the hot tub or while lounging on a deck of the hot tub boat. The deck of the hot tub boat may have a reverse camber to help direct heated water back into the hot tub. A temperature of the water in the hot tub may be maintained by onboard water heating and circulation systems such that the hot tub boat may be taken out on the water for several hours or more. 1. A boat comprising:a rigid hull;a motorized propulsion system coupled to the rigid hull; anda hot tub received by the rigid hull, wherein a ratio of a fill-level volume of the hot tub to a displacement volume of the rigid hull is about equal to or greater than ten percent.2. The boat of claim 1 , further comprising a cambered deck arranged to form a walking or sitting surface around the hot tub.3. The boat of claim 2 , wherein the cambered deck is a reverse cambered deck.4. The boat of claim 3 , wherein the reverse cambered deck includes a camber angle that operates to encourages water splashed over a rim of the hot tub to be directed back into the hot tub.5. The boat of claim 1 , further comprising a ballast tank located beneath the deck for collecting overflow water.6. The boat of claim 1 , further comprising a water circulation system in fluid communication with the hot tub.7. The boat of claim 6 , wherein the water circulation system is in fluid communication with a ballast tank.8. The boat of claim 6 , further comprising a heating system configured to heat the water as the water flows through the ...

BOAT

A boat includes a hull, a deck, and a bow hatch. An engine compartment is provided in the hull. The deck is mounted on an upper portion of the hull. The deck includes an air inlet port that opens rearward to supply air to the engine compartment. The bow hatch is attached to the deck. The bow hatch includes a wall that faces the air inlet port. 1. A boat comprising:a hull including an engine compartment;a deck mounted on an upper portion of the hull and including an air inlet port that opens rearward to supply air to the engine compartment; anda bow hatch attached to the deck and including a wall that faces the air inlet port.2. The boat according to claim 1 , whereinthe bow hatch includes an opening to take in outside air; andthe wall is located between the air inlet port and the opening.3. The boat according to claim 1 , wherein the bow hatch includes a first drain port located between the air inlet port and the wall.4. The boat according to claim 1 , wherein the bow hatch includes a second drain port located behind the wall.5. The boat according to claim 1 , whereinthe bow hatch includes a main body attached to the deck and a cover to cover the main body;the wall protrudes from the main body toward the cover; anda tip of the wall is spaced apart at a distance from the inner surface of the cover.6. The boat according to claim 5 , further comprising:a drain gap located between the main body and the deck.7. The boat according to claim 1 , further comprising:a tiltable operator mounted swingably to the deck via a pivot shaft; whereinthe deck includes an inclined surface on which the air inlet port is provided; andthe inclined surface is oriented so that an angle, defined by the inclined surface and a plane including an axis of the pivot shaft and that extends in a direction in which gravity acts, is equal to or larger than about 20 degrees and equal to or less than about 80 degrees.8. The boat according to claim 1 , whereinthe air inlet port includes a first air inlet ...

Water treatment method and water treatment device

A water treatment method used in a water treatment device including a filter for filtering untreated water and a housing that houses the filter includes a step of putting the untreated water into the housing to obtain filtered water that has permeated through the filter, and a step of replacing the untreated water in the housing by storage water. The storage water is water having less favorable survival conditions for microbes than the untreated water.

BALLAST WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM AND BALLAST WATER TREATMENT METHOD

A ballast water treatment system includes an ultraviolet irradiation device which irradiates ballast water flowing through a treatment line (a pipe) with ultraviolet rays, and a control unit. The ultraviolet irradiation device includes a light source which emits ultraviolet rays, and an illuminance sensor sensing an illuminance of ultraviolet rays received by the ballast water. The control unit controls the ultraviolet irradiation device to maintain at a prescribed dose a dose calculated using an illuminance sensed by the illuminance sensor and a flow rate of ballast water which flows through the ultraviolet irradiation device. When the sensed dose cannot be maintained at the prescribed dose by controlling the ultraviolet irradiation device, the control unit reduces a treatment flow rate of the ballast water which flows through the treatment line. 1. A ballast water treatment system for treating ballast water in a ship , comprising: a light source emitting the ultraviolet rays, and', 'a sensor sensing an illuminance of the ultraviolet rays received by the ballast water; and, 'an ultraviolet irradiation device irradiating the ballast water flowing through a treatment line with ultraviolet rays, the ultraviolet irradiation device including'}a control unit, the control unit controlling the ultraviolet irradiation device such that a dose which is calculated using the illuminance sensed by the sensor and a flow rate of the ballast water flowing through the ultraviolet irradiation device is maintained at a prescribed dose, and the control unit decreasing a treatment flow rate of the ballast water flowing through the treatment line if the control unit is unable to maintain the calculated dose at the prescribed dose by controlling the ultraviolet irradiation device.2. The ballast water treatment system according to claim 1 , wherein the control unit varies the treatment flow rate of the ballast water depending on the calculated dose.3. The ballast water treatment system ...

Recreational watercraft with ballast system and open platform passenger deck

The present disclosure describes recreational watercraft that provide a ballast system and an open platform passenger deck. An example is an aluminum hull including a ballast system to regulate displacement by the recreational watercraft and an open platform passenger deck as an integral upper surface to the aluminum hull. Multiple sides, continuous from the aluminum hull, include a stern side, a bow side, a port side, and a starboard side that surround a perimeter of the open platform passenger deck. An inboard power plant is located within a stern portion of the aluminum hull to propel the recreational watercraft.

RECREATIONAL WATERCRAFT WITH BALLAST SYSTEM

Recreational watercraft and methods of operating recreational watercraft are described. Recreational watercraft can include an aluminum hull, a plurality of ballast tanks, a first surface defining a first opening that extends from an interior of a ballast tank of the plurality of ballast tanks to an exterior of the hull, a valve configured to selectively open or close the first opening, and a second surface defining a second opening that is fixed permanently open and extends from an interior of the ballast tank through a bottom portion of the hull to an exterior of the hull. 1. A recreational watercraft , comprising:a hull;a ballast tank;a sensing device associated with the ballast tank;a first surface defining a first opening that extends from an interior of the ballast tank to an exterior of the hull;a valve configured to selectively open or close the first opening responsive to a signal received from the sensing device; anda second surface defining a second opening that is fixed permanently open and extends from an interior of the ballast tank through a bottom portion of the hull to an exterior of the hull.2. The recreational watercraft of claim 1 , wherein the first opening extends from the interior of the ballast tank through a side portion of the hull to the exterior of the hull.3. The recreational watercraft of claim 1 , wherein a length of the first surface defining the first opening exceeds a length of the second surface defining the second opening.4. The recreational watercraft of claim 1 , wherein the second opening is located at a stern end of the ballast tank.5. The recreational watercraft of claim 1 , wherein the second opening is located near a centerline of the watercraft.6. The recreational watercraft of claim 1 , wherein the valve is a battery-driven direct current solenoid valve.7. The recreational watercraft of claim 1 , wherein:a length of the watercraft is between 15 and 30 feet; anda volume of the ballast tank is between 10 and 125 cubic feet. ...

Modular storage structure for positioning in a body of water

A storage structure is configured to be buoyant or retained above a water line. The storage structure includes a frame having a back beam, a left beam attached to the back beam, a right beam attached to the back beam and a front beam attached to the left beam and the right beam to form a substantially rectangular configuration, wherein prior to a last of the beams being secured together an interior space accessible through an opening. The storage structure includes a bladder configured to be positioned through the interior space though the opening wherein the bladder is sized to be retained within the interior space whether the storage structure is above the water line or buoyant, the bladder including a vent, a fill port and a drain wherein an amount of water within the bladder is manipulated to provide ballast or buoyancy to the storage structure. The storage structure includes at least one floor panel secured to the frame over the bladder, side walls extending from a perimeter of the floor panel, wherein one side wall includes a door for ingress and egress to the storage structure. The storage structure includes a roof attached to the side walls.

Thru Hull with Removable Drainage Device

A device for preventing staining of a boat hull includes: a thru hull mounted through the boat hull, the thru hull including a thru hull body, a flange located on an end of the thru hull body, and a lip protruding from a face of the flange; a drainage device mountable on the thru hull, the drainage device including a drainage device body, an inwardly projecting rim located at least partially around the drainage device body, and a drainage lip protruding from the drainage device body. The inwardly projecting rim is shaped such that the drainage device is secured on the thru hull by locating the inwardly projecting rim around at least a portion of the lip protruding from the face of the flange of the thru hull. 1. A device for preventing staining of a boat hull comprising: a thru hull body,', 'a flange located on an end of the thru hull body, and', 'a lip protruding from a face of the flange;, 'a thru hull mounted through the boat hull, the thru hull including'} a drainage device body,', 'an inwardly projecting rim located at least partially around the drainage device body, and', 'a drainage lip protruding from the drainage device body;, 'a drainage device mountable on the thru hull, the drainage device including'}wherein the inwardly projecting rim is shaped such that the drainage device is secured on the thru hull by locating the inwardly projecting rim around at least a portion of the lip protruding from the face of the flange of the thru hull.2. The device for preventing staining of a boat hull of claim 1 , further comprising one or more inwardly projecting tabs located around the drainage device body.3. The device for preventing staining of a boat hull of claim 1 , wherein the thru hull is formed of one of stainless steel and a hardened polymer.4. The device for preventing staining of a boat hull of claim 1 , wherein the drainage device is formed of a thermoplastic elastomer.5. The device for preventing staining of a boat hull of claim 4 , wherein the drainage ...

APPARATUS FOR AUTOMATICALLY MANAGING BALLAST WATER OF SHIP, AND OPERATION METHOD THEREOF

The present invention relates to an apparatus for automatically managing the ballast water of a dual-hulled ship and, more specifically, to an apparatus for automatically managing the ballast water of a ship, the apparatus dividing the structure of an integrated ballast water tank into ballast water tanks of a multi-layered structure, and filling each ballast water tank with seawater, so as to perform the original function thereof of maintaining the water-line by means of the ballast water, and having a structure and a device so as to utilize the seawater, used as cooling water, residential water, water for miscellaneous use, and the like, as the seawater of the ballast water tanks, thereby integrally managing the usage of the seawater of the ship, and continuously and successively changing the seawater of the ballast water tanks while the ship is sailing. 1. An apparatus for automatically managing the ballast water of a dual-hulled ship to integrally manage seawater used in the ship , comprising:ballast water tanks of a multi-layered structure;water level sensors for the ballast water tanks;bypass valves supplying seawater to adjacent ballast tanks;piping connecting a bottom ballast tank a desalination unit for cooling water and residential water etc., and to a pipe for supplying technical water such as cooling water for mechanical units; anda control unit, which is an electronic controller, controlling to open the bypass valves so that the seawater may be supplied to adjacent ballast tanks, when the bottom ballast tank becomes empty.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the ballast water tanks of a multi-layered structure are constructed by modification of void tanks to ballast water tanks so that the ballast water tanks can contain more water than the conventional ballast water and installing additional water level sensors and bypass valves on each of the modified ballast water tanks.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the control unit claim 1 , which is an ...

WATERCRAFT WITH RETRACTABLE FIN

In one example, a board includes a body having a single piece structure, the body including an upper surface that defines a deck, and a lower surface. The board also includes first and second retractable fins, where the first retractable fin is rotatably connected directly to the body at a first fixed location on the body such that the first retractable fin is rotatable about the first fixed location between an extended position and a retracted position, and the first retractable fin including an engagement portion that is engageable with a first portion of the body and with a second portion of the body. The first retractable fin assumes the extended position when the engagement portion is releasably retained by the first portion of the body, and the first retractable fin assumes the retracted position when the engagement portion is releasably retained by the second portion of the body. 1. A board suitable for use in water sports and comprising:a body in the form of a single piece structure, the body including an upper surface and a lower surface, the upper surface defining a deck;a first retractable fin rotatably connected directly to the body at a first fixed location on the body such that the first retractable fin is rotatable about the first fixed location between an extended position and a retracted position, and the first retractable fin including an engagement portion that is engageable with a first portion of the body and with a second portion of the body, wherein the first retractable fin assumes the extended position when the engagement portion is releasably retained by the first portion of the body, and the first retractable fin assumes the retracted position when the engagement portion is releasably retained by the second portion of the body; anda second retractable fin rotatably connected to the body.2. The board as recited in claim 1 , wherein the body defines a first recess within which the first retractable fin is partly disposed claim 1 , and the ...

BALLAST WATER TREATMENT DEVICE, AND METHOD FOR TREATING BALLAST WATER

A ballast water treatment device includes a filtration device and an irradiation device that irradiates, with ultraviolet rays, filtered water that has been filtered. The filtration device is a device that removes 99.999% or more of L-size organisms having a minimum part size of 50 μm or more, and 90% or more of S-size organisms having a minimum part size of 10 μm or more and less than 50 μm. The irradiation device is capable of sterilizing the filtered water at a flow rate of 250 m/h and a power consumption of 13 kW to eliminate 90% of S-size organisms immediately after a sterilization treatment. 1: A ballast water treatment device comprising a filtration device and an irradiation device that irradiates , with ultraviolet rays , filtered water that has been filtered ,wherein the filtration device is a device that removes 99.999% or more of L-size organisms having a minimum part size of 50 μm or more, and 90% or more of S-size organisms having a minimum part size of 10 μm or more and less than 50 μm, and{'sup': '3', 'the irradiation device is capable of sterilizing the filtered water at a flow rate of 250 m/h and a power consumption of 13 kW to eliminate 90% of S-size organisms immediately after a sterilization treatment.'}2: The ballast water treatment device according to claim 1 , wherein an amount of water treated is 100 m/h or more claim 1 , and a total power consumption of the filtration device and the irradiation device is 16 kW or less during an operation in which the amount of water treated is 200 m/h.3: The ballast water treatment device according to claim 1 ,wherein the filtration device is a rotary filtration device includinga pleated filter that includes a filter base having folds that repeatedly form mountains and valleys and having a tubular shape whose axial direction is a ridge line direction of the folds, the pleated filter being used as a filtration membrane,a top surface of a cylinder and a bottom surface of the cylinder of the pleated filter each ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR LOADING, STORING AND OFFLOADING NATURAL GAS FROM A BARGE

A system for loading and storing CNG onboard of a barge and for unloading it therefrom comprises CNG loading facilities for loading CNG on board of the barge, CNG storage facilities for storing the loaded CNG on board of the barge at nominal storage pressure and temperature, and CNG unloading facilities for unloading CNG to a delivery point. The delivery point requires the unloaded CNG to be at delivery pressure and temperature generally different from the storage pressure and temperature. Thus, the CNG unloading facilities comprise a CNG heater for heating the to-be-unloaded CNG prior to unloading, and a lamination valve for allowing the to-be-unloaded CNG to expand from its storage pressure to the delivery pressure. A compressor may also be provided to compress CNG that would not otherwise be spontaneously delivered. 1. A non-motorised barge comprising a system for loading and storing CNG onboard it and for unloading CNG from it , the system comprising:CNG loading facilities for loading CNG on board the barge;CNG storage facilities for storing the loaded CNG onboard the barge at storage pressures and temperatures;CNG unloading facilities for unloading CNG to a delivery point, the delivery point requiring the unloaded CNG to be at delivery pressures and temperatures generally different from the storage pressures and temperatures,wherein the CNG unloading facilities comprise:a CNG heater for heating the to-be-unloaded CNG prior to unloading;a lamination valve for allowing the to-be-unloaded CNG to expand from the storage pressure to the delivery pressure prior to unloading.2. A system in accordance with claim 1 , wherein the CNG heater is a hot water heater.3. A system in accordance with claim 2 , wherein the CNG heater is configured for being controlled by means of a temperature control valve claim 2 , the system comprising the temperature control valve.4. A system in accordance with claim 3 , wherein the temperature control valve is in turn configured for being ...

Boat Motor Flushing System

A flushing system for boat motors that allows for single-handed manipulation to remotely position flushing ears onto the intake vents of an outboard boat motor. A water passage tube provides a source of fresh water when flushing or performing maintenance on the motor of a boat stored on a lift. The flushing ears are positioned on the intake valves and are adjusted to form a seal by a gripping handle. A locking device prevents movement of the ears while flushing the motor and can be released to remove the ears once the flushing is complete. 1. A boat motor flushing system comprising:a cleaning double tube formed of a distal end and a proximal end with a central extent between the proximal end and distal end;the central extent having an 8-shaped configuration with a first tube, a second tube and a locking rod, the first tube being hollow for the for passage of water and the second tube being hollow for passage of the locking rod, the locking rod being axially reciprocable for application and release of coupling forces;interior and exterior ears, each ear having walls and a floor and an open face, the floor of the interior ear secured to the distal end of the first tube of the central extent of the cleaning double tube, the interior ear having a port in fluid connection with the hollow interior of the first tube for passage of water, the floor of the exterior ear secured to the distal end of the locking rod distally of the interior ear;a fitting at the proximal end of the cleaning double tube for coupling to a source of cleaning water for movement through the first tube and the interior ear;a handle, the handle comprising a cover, a trigger, a push plate and a locking assembly, the handle adapted to be gripped by a user and squeezed to move the locking rod proximally using a ratcheting motion, shifting the ears toward each other for securement to a motor to be flushed.2. The boat motor flushing system as set forth in wherein the handle further comprises a pivot pin ...

SYSTEM FOR SOURCE TOWING AT DEPTH

An apparatus for towing geophysical sources includes a housing; a first geophysical source disposed in the housing so that the first geophysical source is partially exposed to a surrounding environment; and a plurality of ballast tanks coupled to the housing and configured to at least one of: change a buoyancy of the source towing system; and shift a center of mass of the source towing system. A method of towing a geophysical source includes towing a source towing system through a body of water at a towing depth; and operating a plurality of ballast tanks of the source towing system to at least one of: change a buoyancy of the source towing system; and shift a center of mass of the source towing system. 1. A source towing system comprising:a housing;a first geophysical source disposed in the housing so that the first geophysical source is partially exposed to a surrounding environment; and change a buoyancy of the source towing system; and', 'shift a center of mass of the source towing system., 'a plurality of ballast tanks coupled to the housing and configured to at least one of2. The source towing system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of ballast tanks are configured to change the buoyancy of the source towing system by at least one of:flooding the plurality of ballast tanks with water to cause the source towing system to sink; andfilling the plurality of ballast tanks with air to cause the source towing system to float.3. The source towing system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of ballast tanks are configured to shift the center of mass of the source towing system by at least one of:flooding a first ballast tank from the plurality of ballast tanks with water, wherein the first ballast tank is forward from a neutral center of mass of the source towing system; andfilling a second ballast tank from the plurality of ballast tanks with air, wherein the second ballast tank is aftward from the neutral center of mass of the source towing system.4. The source towing ...

LOW PROFILE PUMP WITH THE ABILITY TO BE MOUNTED IN VARIOUS CONFIGURATIONS

A pumping system featuring a pump chamber configured with a central portion having a tangential outlet, and configured with a tubular coupling end portion having inwardly flexible rim portions on one side; and a mounting base, having a circular portion with an inner circumferential rim configured to receive and engage the inwardly flexible rim portions of the tubular coupling portion of the pump chamber so as to be rotationally coupled to the pumping chamber so that the pumping chamber may be rotated ° in relation to the mounting base. 19-. (canceled)10. A pumping system comprising:a mounting base having a circular portion with a circumferential wall configured with at least two slots formed therein;a motor, pump and electronics assembly having a housing with a motor arranged therein, the housing being configured with at least two detents formed thereon; anda switching assembly having a water level sensor configured to respond to a water level and turn the motor on and off, the switching assembly being arranged in the housing of the motor, pump and electronics assembly; a first rotational orientation so that the water level sensor is located at a higher height in the housing for providing a higher water level sensing setting, and', 'a second rotational orientation so that the water level sensor is located at a lower height in the housing part for providing a lower water level sensing setting., 'the mounting base and the motor, pump and electronics assembly being coupled together using a detent and slot arrangement so that the at least two slots receive the at least two detents for rotationally coupling together the mounting base and the motor, pump and electronics assembly in at least two rotational orientations that differ by 180°, including'}11. A pumping system according to claim 10 , whereinthe at least two slots include two inwardly extending and diametrically opposed slots arranged at 0°, 180°; or 90°, 270°; andat least two detents include two outwardly ...

Ballast Water Treatment System

The present invention relates to a ballast water treatment system and method. The ballast water treatment system comprises of at least one ballast tank, at least one mixing nozzle, a treatment unit, wherein the treatment unit comprises an electrochlorination module and a dechlorination module, a dosing module, wherein the dosing module is coupled to the treatment unit, and a control system. The method comprises introducing ballast water into at least one ballast tank disposed on the vessel, circulating at least a portion of the ballast water between the at least one ballast tank and a dosing module, generating a disinfectant via a treatment unit, wherein the treatment unit comprises an electrochlorination unit and a dechlorination module, and delivering the disinfectant from the treatment unit to the circulating ballast water at the dosing module.

METHOD OF AND SYSTEM FOR EVACUATING FLUID IN A SEA VESSEL

A system and method that controls the evacuation of fluid from a sea vessel and configured to prevent turning off the bilge pump during periods of water sloshing. The invention provides a control unit that is adaptable to any size vessel or bilge pump based on a learned experience gained by sensory information. 1. A pump system comprising of a pump for evacuating fluid ,at least one fluid level sensor,a current sensor,and a pump control unit that monitors the pump current draw data over one or more pumping cycles; wherein for one or more pumping cycles the control unit turns on the pump when fluid is detected, and turns off the pump when fluid is no longer detected: during these pumping cycles current data “Ih” (high current) and “Il” (low current) are stored: In subsequent pumping cycles, the current data “Ip” is compared against “Ih” and “Il” to determine when to turn off the pump.2. The system of wherein the control unit uses this comparison data to do one of claim 1 , turn off the pump before a low fluid level is detected claim 1 , or continue to operate the pump after a low fluid level is detected.3123. The system of wherein any of a current sensor claim 1 , liquid level sensor claim 1 , or an orientation sensor is used to determine the volatile movement of the fluid and adjust any of “T” trigger time claim 1 , “Tr” pump runtime claim 1 , “T” low level detection time or “T” additional pumping time.412. The system of wherein a diagnostic check is performed periodically using the values “Ip” claim 1 , “Ih” claim 1 , “Is” claim 1 , “Il” claim 1 , “Tb” claim 1 , “T” claim 1 , “T” and the fluid level sensor to determine if all components are operating with these specifications and mitigating problems if they are not.5. A pump system comprising of a pump for evacuating fluid claim 1 ,at least one fluid level sensor,a current sensor,{'b': '2', 'and a pump control unit that monitors the pump current draw data and time over one or more pumping cycles; wherein the ...

UNDERWATER VEHICLE FOR TRANSPORTING FLUIDS SUCH AS FOR EXAMPLE NATURAL GAS, OIL OR WATER, AND PROCESS FOR USING SAID VEHICLE

An underwater vehicle for transporting extraction fluids, for example natural gas, oil or water, has an overall elongated form and includes one or more containment tubes configured to contain the fluid to be transported and forming a bundle that prevalently extends longitudinally with respect to the underwater vehicle, making the vehicle structurally more robust and intrinsically safe. 113-. (canceled)14. An underwater vehicle for transportation of extraction fluids , wherein the device has an overall elongated form and comprises:one or more containment tubes configured to contain the fluid to be transported and forming a bundle that prevalently extends longitudinally with respect to the underwater vehicle.15. The underwater vehicle according to claim 14 , comprising one or more of the following plants:a) a separation plant for separating possible solid or liquid phase from the gas with which the containment tubes are filled;b) a plant for stabilizing stored oil and separating its more volatile fractions and gases or other undesired components dissolved therein;c) a plant for separating acid gases;d) a plant for separating predetermined phases or substances from the fluid to be transported;e) a plant for re-injecting the fluids into geological formations;f) a plant for compressing gases to be stored in the containment tubes and/or air for feeding a circuit of compressed air destined for activating a series of motors, actuations, and devices onboard;g) an emergency system;h) a plant for signalling, telemetry, localization or control of the vehicle, or at least its containment tubes;i) a plant for generation of power for possibly feeding other plants present on the vehicle.16. The underwater vehicle according to claim 15 , further comprising a removable module including at least part of motors claim 15 , pumps claim 15 , hydraulic claim 15 , electric or electronic circuits for power transmission or communication of one or more of the plants a)-i) claim 15 ,wherein the ...

Wakeboat Propulsion Apparatuses and Methods

Wakeboat propulsion apparatuses are provided that can include: a wakeboat having a hull; an engine mounted to the hull; a hydraulic pump driven by the engine; a hydraulic motor powered by the hydraulic pump; and a propeller powered by the hydraulic motor. Methods for propelling a wakeboat are also provided. The methods can include: engaging a hydraulic pump from a drive of an engine operationally mounted to a hull of the wakeboat; driving a hydraulic motor with hydraulic fluid received from the hydraulic pump; and operationally engaging a propeller using the hydraulic motor. 1. A wakeboat propulsion apparatus comprising:a wakeboat having a hull;an engine mounted to the hull;a hydraulic pump driven by the engine;a hydraulic motor powered by the hydraulic pump; anda propeller powered by the hydraulic motor.2. The wakeboat propulsion apparatus of wherein the hydraulic pump is operatively coupled to the hydraulic motor by at least one of hydraulic hoses and hydraulic hard lines.3. The wakeboat propulsion apparatus of further comprising a hydraulic valve operatively coupled between the hydraulic pump and hydraulic motor.4. The wakeboat propulsion apparatus of wherein the engine can be operated at a first speed and the hydraulic motor can be operated at a second speed.5. The wakeboart propulsion apparatus of wherein the first and second speeds can be adjusted independent from one another.6. The wakeboat propulsion apparatus of wherein the first and second speeds are operatively coupled to one another.7. The wakeboat propulsion apparatus of further comprising processing circuitry operatively coupled to the hydraulic valve and configured to actuate the valve electrically claim 3 , pneumatically claim 3 , hydraulically claim 3 , or mechanically.8. The wakeboat propulsion apparatus of wherein the hydraulic pump is operatively coupled to the engine via at least one of direct crankshaft connection claim 1 , gear drive claim 1 , and belt drive.9. The wakeboat propulsion ...

BALLAST WATER CIRCULATION SYSTEM, CONTROL UNIT, AND RELATED METHOD

A control unit, a circulation system, and a method for handling ballast water of one or more ballast tanks. The circulation system includes a control unit; a pipe structure having a first system inlet and a first system outlet; and a pump unit for pumping ballast water between the first system inlet and the first system outlet, the pump unit being connected to the control unit. The control unit is configured to: obtain a volume parameter indicative of pumped volume; determine if a pump criterion is fulfilled, the pump criterion being based on the volume parameter; and operate the pump unit based on whether the pump criterion is fulfilled or not.

A MARINE SURFACE VESSEL COMPRISING AN AIR VENTILATED HULL

A marine surface vessel includes an air ventilated hull, and a deck, where the vessel includes at least one air conduit leading to at least one ventilation opening beneath a waterline of the vessel. The at least one air conduit is arranged to guide air to the at least one ventilation opening, where the deck is at least party surrounded by a gunwale, where the at least one air conduit is arranged to guide the air from at least one water drainage opening arranged to drain water from the deck. 16-. (canceled)7. A marine surface vessel comprising an air ventilated hull , and a deck , wherein the vessel comprises at least one air conduit leading to at least one ventilation opening beneath a waterline of the vessel , the at least one air conduit being arranged to guide air to the at least one ventilation opening , the at least one ventilation opening being provided for air ventilation of the hull , wherein the deck is at least party surrounded by a gunwale , characterised in that the at least one air conduit is arranged to guide the air from at least one water drainage opening arranged to drain water from the deck , the vessel comprising one or more non-return valves arranged to prevent water from being transported through the at least one air conduit from the at least one ventilation opening to the at least one water drainage opening.8. A marine surface vessel according to claim 7 , wherein the water drainage opening is located at a lowest part of the deck.9. A marine surface vessel according to claim 7 , wherein at least one of the at least one water drainage opening is provided in a steering console of the vessel.10. A marine surface vessel according to claim 7 , wherein a non-return valve is provided at a respective of the at least one ventilation opening.11. A marine surface vessel according to claim 7 , wherein the air ventilated hull is arranged so that claim 7 , during a planing progress of the vessel claim 7 , the hull is claim 7 , in front of claim 7 , as well ...

Ballast seal

A ballast seal for a sealing ring includes: a substantially annular potential equalization ring made of an electrically-conductive material and which can be brought into contact in a sealing manner with a surface to be sealed of a machine element to be sealed; and at least one shielding ring made of a soft magnetic material so as to shield against electromagnetic interfering waves.

VESSEL HAVING A COMPARTMENT FOR CONTAINING WATER

A vessel has a compartment () for containing water, which compartment () has at least one opening () in a wall () thereof for allowing water to pass therethrough. The compartment () comprises an assembly () of a grating () and at least one anti-biofouling source (), the grating () being positioned in the opening () for blocking items from passing through the opening () along with the water, and comprising a number of elements and spaces between the elements, and the anti-biofouling source () being configured to emit ultraviolet light during operation thereof for realizing anti-biofouling of at least a portion of the grating (). At least one of the elements of the grating () is at least partially transparent to the ultraviolet light, enabling a design of the assembly () in which anti-biofouling of the entire grating () may be guaranteed. 1. An object having at least one opening for allowing water to pass therethrough , the object comprising an assembly of a grating and at least one anti-biofouling source , the grating being positioned in the opening for blocking items from passing through the opening along with the water , and the grating comprising a number of elements and spaces between the elements , and the anti-biofouling source being configured to emit ultraviolet light during operation thereof for realizing anti-biofouling of at least a portion of the grating , and wherein at least one of the elements of the grating is at least partially transparent to the ultraviolet light.2. The object of claim 1 , wherein the object is: (a) a marine object or any other type of building or construction in or next to the ocean/sea claim 1 , or (b) a water cooling system of a power plant.3. The object of claim 1 , wherein the object is a vessel having a compartment for containing water claim 1 , which compartment is delimited by a portion of the vessel's hull and an interior wall arrangement of the vessel connecting to the hull claim 1 , and which compartment has the at least ...

APPARATUS FOR SHELLFISH AQUACULTURE

A pneumatically controlled shellfish aquaculture apparatus and method for growing shellfish using the apparatus are provided. A frame has containers for holding shellfish secured to the top side of the frame and tanks secured to the bottom side of the frame. Each tank has an air supply line connected to the tank and an opening on the bottom side of the tank. Each air supply line is connected to a manifold for controlling airflow to the tanks. Air is used to displace water in the tanks by pushing the water out of the openings in the bottom of the tanks in order to float the frame. To submerge the frame, the tanks are depressurized to allow water to displace the air in the tanks. When floating, the tanks lift the frame and the containers out of the water to allow air desiccation in order to prevent bio-fouling of the equipment and shellfish. 1. A method of growing shellfish , said method comprising the steps of: a tank having an opening located on a bottom side of the tank;', 'a container for holding shellfish; and', 'a compressed gas source configured to supply a gas to the tank via a fluid supply line connected to the tank,', 'wherein the container is positioned above a water surface when the apparatus is in a floating position on the water surface with the tank filled with gas;, 'providing a shellfish aquaculture apparatus comprisingadding shellfish to the container;submerging the apparatus in a body of water by filling the tank with water;allowing the apparatus to remain in a submerged position for a shellfish growth period;floating the apparatus by supplying gas to the tank so that the gas displaces the water in the tank by forcing the water out of the opening located on the bottom side of the tank, thereby causing the apparatus to float with the container being held above the surface of the water;allowing the shellfish to remain above the surface of the water for a shellfish desiccation period; andreturning the apparatus to the submerged position by refilling ...

SURF WAKE SYSTEM FOR A WATERCRAFT

An adjustable surf wake system enhances a wake formed by a watercraft travelling through water. The system may include a flap for deflecting water traveling past the stern of the watercraft, and/or a positioner operably connected to the flap for positioning the flap relative to a longitudinal axis of the watercraft between a neutral position and an outward position. Positioning a port flap in its extended position enhances a starboard surf wake, and positioning the starboard flap in its extended position enhances a port surf wake. A wake modifying system for modifying a wake produced by a watercraft traveling through water may include a rudder pivotally mounted to the watercraft for steering the watercraft, a fin pivotally mounted to the watercraft substantially along a centerline of the watercraft and forward the rudder, wherein the fin pivots about an upright axis to modify the wake produced by the watercraft traveling through the water, an actuator mounted within the watercraft and operably coupled to the fin for pivoting the fin relative to the centerline, and a controller mounted on the watercraft allowing an operator to control the actuator and selectively pivot the fin to a desired angle θd relative to the centerline. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. (canceled)9. (canceled)10. (canceled)11. (canceled)12. (canceled)13. (canceled)14. (canceled)15. (canceled)16. (canceled)17. (canceled)18. (canceled)19. (canceled)20. (canceled)21. A water-sports boat configured to facilitate user-controlled selection of which side of a wake of the water-sports boat to enhance for wake surfing , the water-sports boat comprising:a hull having a transom and a longitudinal axis, the hull configured to at least contribute to the production of a wake having diverging port-side and starboard-side waves when the hull moves through water;a ballast system configured to add ballast;a swim platform extending rearward from the ...

Marine Drain Valve

A valve for use with a vessel drain tube includes a body extending along a longitudinal axis. The body has an outer surface and an inner surface defining a bore extending longitudinally from a first end to a second end. The valve includes an external seal on the outer surface of the body for sealing with the drain tube, at least one internal seal on the inner surface extending into the bore, a retaining member extending at least partially into the bore and being spaced from the internal seal, and a sealing member displaceable between the internal seal and the retaining member. The sealing member is configured to seal with the internal seal in a valve closed, first configuration and to not seal with the internal seal in a valve open, second configuration. 1. A marine drain valve for use with a marine drain tube that extends through a wall of a marine vessel , the valve comprising:an elongated body extending along a central axis, the body having an outer surface and an inner surface defining an inner bore extending longitudinally through the body from a first open end of the body to a second open end of the body, the body configured to be positioned at least partly in the drain tube, wherein the inner surface of the bore has at least a tapered portion having a tapered inner sealing surface that is tapered longitudinally from a first diameter to a second diameter that is smaller than the first diameter;at least one external seal extending from the outer surface of the body, the external seal configured to seal with the drain tube;a retaining member extending at least partially into the bore, the retaining member being spaced longitudinally from the second diameter; anda buoyant sealing member disposed and retained between the second diameter and the retaining member, the sealing member being longitudinally displaceable in the bore between the second diameter and the retaining member and configured to seal with the tapered sealing surface in a valve closed, first ...

PONTOON SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Embodiments include a retrofit pontoon system including a pontoon, the pontoon having a pontoon body defining a first cavity, a retrofit assembly, the retrofit assembly including a first lateral tube, wherein the first lateral tube is sized to pass through a first aperture formed in the pontoon body and a selectively fillable container, where the first lateral tube is operably coupled with the selectively fillable container, a main tube, where the main tube is fluidly coupled with the first lateral tube, and a pump, the pump being coupled with the main tube such that operation of the pump selectively fills and drains water from the selectively fillable container, where filling the selectively fillable container lowers the profile of the pontoon in the water and emptying the selectively fillable container raises the profile of the pontoon in the water. 1. A retrofit pontoon system comprising:a. a pontoon, the pontoon having a pontoon body defining a first cavity; a. a first lateral tube, wherein the first lateral tube is sized to pass through a first aperture formed in the pontoon body;', 'b. a selectively fillable container, wherein the first lateral tube is operably coupled with the selectively fillable container;, 'b. a first retrofit assembly, the first retrofit assembly including;'}c. a main tube, wherein the main tube is fluidly coupled with the first lateral tube; andd. a pump, the pump being coupled with the main tube such that operation of the pump selectively fills and drains water from the selectively fillable container, wherein filling the selectively fillable container lowers the profile of the pontoon in the water and emptying the selectively fillable container raises the profile of the pontoon in the water.2. The retrofit pontoon system of claim 1 , wherein the retrofit assembly further comprises a plate for securing the retrofit assembly to the pontoon body.3. The retrofit pontoon system of claim 1 , wherein the retrofit assembly further comprises a ...

Marine Thru-hull Fitting Drainage Device

A marine thru-hull fitting drainage device directs fluid away from a thru-hull fitting in the hull of a vessel. The drainage device includes a resiliently flexible channel body having a substantially U-shaped cross-sectional area, the body shaped to taper from a first flat end proximate to the hull of the vessel to a second narrower end that is distal from the hull of the vessel. The device also includes a flange attached to the first end of the body proximate to the hull having a flat surface area shaped to conform around an edge of the thru-hull fitting on the hull of the boat and an adhesive material formed on the flat surface area of the semi-circular flange, the adhesive material attached to the flat surface area of the semi-circular flange on a first side and having a removable non-adhesive layer concealing a second adhesive side of the adhesive material. 1. A marine thru-hull fitting drainage device for directing fluid away from a thru-hull fitting in a hull of a vessel , the drainage device comprising:a resiliently flexible channel body having a substantially U-shaped cross-sectional area along a length of the body such that the body forms a channel for directing fluid within the body, the body shaped to taper from a first flat end proximate to the hull of the vessel to a second narrower end that is distal from the hull of the vessel, wherein the second narrower end extends beyond an edge of the thru-hull fitting;a semi-circular flange attached to the first end of the body proximate to the hull, the semi-circular flange having a flat surface area shaped to conform around an edge of the thru-hull fitting on the hull of the boat; andan adhesive material formed on the flat surface area of the semi-circular flange, the adhesive material attached to the flat surface area of the semi-circular flange on a first side and having a removable non-adhesive layer concealing a second adhesive side of the adhesive material.2. The marine thru-hull fitting drainage device of ...

Personal water craft foot well drainage system

A personal water craft includes a hull; a deck attached to, or integral with, the hull; a foot well having a foot well floor that is configured to receive a foot of a user of the personal water craft; and a drainage system configured to drain liquid from the foot well, the drainage system having a tube extending from the foot well floor to a location outside the hull.

PONTOON SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Embodiments include a retrofit pontoon system including a pontoon, the pontoon having a pontoon body defining a first cavity, a retrofit assembly, the retrofit assembly including a tube, wherein the tube is sized to pass through a first aperture formed in the pontoon body and a selectively fillable container, where the tube is operably coupled with the selectively fillable container, and a pump, the pump being coupled with the tube such that operation of the pump selectively fills and drains water from the selectively fillable container, where filling the selectively fillable container lowers the profile of the pontoon in the water and emptying the selectively fillable container raises the profile of the pontoon in the water. 1. A retrofit pontoon system comprising:a. a pontoon, the pontoon having a pontoon body defining a first cavity; a. a tube, wherein the tube is sized to pass through a first aperture formed in the pontoon body;', 'b. a selectively fillable container, wherein the tube is operably coupled with the selectively fillable container;, 'b. a retrofit assembly, the retrofit assembly including;'}c. a pump, the pump being coupled with the tube such that operation of the pump selectively fills and drains water from the selectively fillable container, wherein filling the selectively fillable container lowers the profile of the pontoon in the water and emptying the selectively fillable container raises the profile of the pontoon in the water.2. The retrofit pontoon system of claim 1 , wherein the retrofit assembly further comprises a plate for securing the retrofit assembly to the pontoon body.3. The retrofit pontoon system of claim 1 , wherein the retrofit assembly further comprises a first release valve.4. The retrofit pontoon system of claim 1 , wherein the retrofit assembly further comprises a first port such that air in the first cavity is released when the selectively fillable container expands.5. The retrofit pontoon system of claim 1 , wherein the ...

BALLAST WATER TREATMENT DEVICE

The present invention includes: a ballast water treatment line () having a treatment target water suction pump (), a filter () that filters treatment target water, and a ballast tank () that stores filtered treatment water; a treatment target water overboard discharge line () having a treatment target water overboard discharge unit () that discharges treatment target water overboard; and a treatment water overboard discharge line () having a treatment water suction pump () that sucks treatment water in the ballast tank (), an ultraviolet reactor () that treats treatment water with ultraviolet radiation, and a treatment water overboard discharge unit () that discharges treatment water treated with ultraviolet radiation overboard. When treatment water is sucked, treatment water in the ballast tank () is sucked, passes through the ultraviolet reactor () to be treated with ultraviolet radiation, and is discharged overboard from the treatment water overboard discharge line (). 1. A ballast water treatment device , comprising:a ballast water treatment line including a treatment target water suction pump that sucks treatment target water, a filter that filters sucked treatment target water, and a ballast tank that stores filtered treatment water, in this order;a treatment target water overboard discharge line including a treatment target water overboard discharge unit that discharges sucked treatment target water overboard; anda treatment water overboard discharge line including a treatment water suction pump that sucks treatment water in the ballast tank, an ultraviolet reactor that treats sucked treatment water with ultraviolet radiation, and a treatment water overboard discharge unit that discharges treatment water treated with ultraviolet radiation overboard, whereinwhen treatment target water is sucked, sucked treatment target water is discharged overboard from the treatment target water overboard discharge line by the treatment target water overboard discharge unit ...

BALLAST WATER TREATMENT DEVICE HAVING DEVICE FOR INJECTING BROMINE SALT AND OZONE

A ballast water treatment apparatus equipped with devices for injecting bromine salt and ozone includes a ballast pipe, a ballast pump, a bromine salt injection part and an ozone processor, wherein the injection part includes a bromine salt storage tank; a bromine salt transfer pipe connected to the ballast pipe for injecting bromine salt supplied from the bromine salt storage tank into the ballast pipe; and a bromine salt injection pump in the transfer pipe for pressurizing bromine salt to be injected into the ballast pipe, and the ozone processor includes an ozone injection device for supplying ozone to the ballast pipe; a mixer in the ballast pipe for mixing ozone supplied from the ozone injection device and seawater transferred into the ballast pipe; and an ozone transfer pipe connected to the mixer of the ballast pipe for injecting ozone supplied from the ozone injection device into the ballast pipe. 1. A ballast water treatment apparatus equipped with devices for injecting bromine salt and ozone , which is used to treat ballast water used in a ship , the ballast water treatment apparatus comprising:{'b': '100', 'a ballast pipe into which seawater flows;'}{'b': 110', '100, 'a ballast pump for transferring seawater into the ballast pipe ;'}{'b': '3000', 'bromine salt injection part ; and'}{'b': '2000', 'an ozone processor ,'}{'b': 3000', '300', '310', '100', '300', '100', '340', '310', '100, 'wherein the bromine salt injection part comprises bromine salt storage tank for storing bromine salt; bromine salt transfer pipe , which is connected to the ballast pipe , for injecting bromine salt supplied from the bromine salt storage tank into the ballast pipe ; and bromine salt injection pump , which is installed in the bromine salt transfer pipe , for pressurizing bromine salt to be injected into the ballast pipe , and'}{'b': 2000', '200', '100', '220', '100', '200', '100', '210', '220', '100', '200', '100, 'the ozone processor comprises an ozone injection device for ...

LIQUID SENSING SWITCH

A system includes a pump, a liquid sensing switch linked to the pump and suspended in an area, the liquid sensing switch including a large surface area upper bare uninsulated stainless steel sensor plate linked to electronics, a large surface area lower bare uninsulated stainless steel sensor plate linked to the electronics, and a large surface area ground linked to the electronics, the pump activated when a liquid level in the area rises above a position of the lower bare uninsulated stainless steel sensor plate and a position of the upper bare uninsulated stainless steel lower sensor plate, causing a current to pass between the two sensor plates. 1. A system comprising:a pump;a liquid sensing switch linked to the pump and suspended in an area, the liquid sensing switch comprising:a large surface area upper bare uninsulated stainless steel sensor plate linked to electronics;a large surface area lower bare uninsulated stainless steel sensor plate linked to the electronics; anda large surface area ground linked to the electronics,the pump activated when a liquid level in the area rises above a position of the lower bare uninsulated stainless steel sensor plate and a position of the upper bare uninsulated stainless steel lower sensor plate, causing a current to pass between the two sensor plates.2. The system of wherein a distance between the position of the upper bare uninsulated stainless steel sensor plate and the position of the lower bare uninsulated stainless steel plate is 0.75 inches.3. The system of wherein the upper bare uninsulated stainless steel sensor plate and the lower bare uninsulated stainless steel plate are positioned between walls in the area.4. The system of wherein the upper bare uninsulated stainless steel sensor plate and the lower bare uninsulated stainless steel plate are positioned at least 0.2 inches from the walls in the area.5. A liquid sensing switch comprising:a 20 KHz square generator;an upper bare stainless steel sensor plate, a ...

DRAIN APPARATUS FOR MARINE VESSEL

A drain pot includes a body and at least one flexible catch. The body has an inlet and an outlet. The inlet and the outlet are at opposing ends of the body and in fluid communication with each other. The at least one flexible catch extends from and is disposed around the body. 1. A drain pot comprising:a body having an inlet and an outlet, the inlet and the outlet at opposing ends of the body and in fluid communication with each other; andat least one flexible catch extending from and disposed around the body.2. The drain pot of claim 1 , wherein the body is annular-shaped.3. The drain pot of claim 2 , wherein the body includes a top portion claim 2 , an intermediate portion and a bottom portion.4. The drain pot of claim 3 , wherein the inlet is disposed at the top portion and the outlet is disposed at the bottom portion.5. The drain pot of claim 4 , wherein the inlet has a diameter that is wider than a diameter of the outlet.6. The drain pot of claim 5 , wherein the at least one flexible catch extends downwardly from the top portion of the body.7. The drain pot of claim 6 , wherein the top portion includes a first ledge and a second ledge.8. The drain pot of claim 7 , further comprising a drain plate that is disposed on the first ledge of the top portion.9. The drain pot of claim 1 , wherein the body and the at least one flexible catch is made of a polymeric material.10. A drain apparatus for a deck in a marine vessel claim 1 , the drain apparatus comprising:an adapter disposed within an opening in the deck of the marine vessel and attached to the deck of the marine vessel; anda drain pot configured to be removably installed within the adapter and including a body and at least one flexible catch, the body having an inlet and an outlet at opposing ends thereof and in fluid communication with each other, the at least one flexible catch extending from and disposed around the body and engaging the adapter.11. The drain apparatus of claim 10 , further comprising a fire ...

Method of driving ballast water treatment system

The present invention relates to a method of driving a ballast water treatment system. The ballast water treatment system includes an air compressor for compressing air, an air receiver tank for storing the compressed air, an oxygen generator for generating oxygen from the air, an oxygen receiver tank for storing the oxygen, an ozone generator for generating ozone from the oxygen, a ballast water pump for pumping ballast water, an inflow line for transferring the ballast water, an ozone injector for injecting the ozone into the inflow line, and a destructor for purging the ozone. The driving method includes a step of pressing a stop button to stop the ballast water treatment system, a step of purging ozone generated in the ozone generator, and a step of stopping each device of the ballast water treatment system.

APPLICATION OF DISTILLED WATER, GENERATION SYSTEM AND FACILITY UTILIZING DISTILLED WATER AS BALLAST WATER, VESSEL INCLUDING THE GENERATION SYSTEM AND OPERATION METHOD THEREOF

An application of distilled water, a generation system and a facility utilizing distilled water as ballast water of a vessel, a vessel including the generation system and an operation method thereof are disclosed. The vessel includes a ship body and a generation system which includes a pumping device, a distilled water generator and a ballast water tank. The operation method includes pumping water by the pumping device from a sailing area of the vessel; distillation of the water pumped by the pumping device with the distilled water generator to form distilled water, and supplying the distilled water to the ballast water tank as the ballast water so as to adjust a draft and stability of the ship body. The facility includes a distilled water storage device adapted to store distilled water which could be applied to a ballast water tank of a vessel as ballast water. 1. A generation system which utilizes distilled water as ballast water of a vessel , and is adapted to be disposed on a ship body of the vessel , comprising:a pumping device, adapted to pump water from a sailing area of the vessel;a distilled water generator, connected with the pumping device, and adapted to receive the water pumped by the pumping device and distill the water to form distilled water; anda ballast water tank, connected with the distilled water generator, and adapted to receive the distilled water as the ballast water to adjust a draft and stability of the ship body.2. The generation system of claim 1 , further comprising a cooling device connected with the pumping device and the distilled water generator claim 1 , wherein the cooling device is connected to a power system of the ship body and adapted to cool down the power system by utilizing the water pumped by the pumping device and convey the water heated up by the cooling process to the distilled water generator.3. The generation system of claim 1 , further comprising a regulating device connected between the distilled water generator and ...

Bilge System

A bilge pump system for removing residual fluid from a vessel surface, includes at least one collection unit having a collection base with a collection inlet and a collection outlet, and a pump having a pump inlet flow-connected by at least one tube to the collection outlet. A discharge tube is flow-connected to the pump outlet, wherein the collection inlet comprises at least one opening on a bottom face of the collection base arranged to be on the vessel surface. A sponge is arranged within the opening of the collection base and in liquid communication with the vessel surface. The sponge can be fitted into place by lips or lugs protruding from the collection base. 1. A bilge pump system for removing residual fluid from a vessel surface , comprising:a collection unit having a collection base with a collection inlet and a collection outlet, a pump having a pump inlet flow-connected by at least one tube to the collection outlet, a discharge tube flow-connected to the pump outlet, wherein the collection inlet comprises at least one opening on a bottom face of the collection base arranged to be on the vessel surface.2. The bilge pump system according to claim 1 , comprising a sponge arranged within the opening of the collection base.3. The bilge pump system according to claim 2 , wherein the sponge is fitted into place by lips or lugs protruding from the collection base.4. The bilge pump system according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one opening comprises a plurality of openings.5. The bilge pump system according to claim 1 , wherein the collection base is weighted.6. The bilge pump system according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one tube between the pump inlet and the outlet of the collection base is affixed with at least one push fit fitting.7. The bilge pump system according to claim 1 , wherein the collection base includes a check valve to prevent backflow into the collection base.8. The bilge pump system according to claim 1 , wherein the pump is a diaphragm ...

Apparatus and method

A gas conversion apparatus (100) for converting a process gas to one or more other gases comprises: means (105) for introducing process gas into a liquid medium in a column (125); and an ultrasonic energy generator (140) arranged to generate ultrasonic energy, the apparatus (100) being configured to launch ultrasonic energy generated by the generator (140) into the liquid medium such that process gas is exposed to ultrasonic energy, the apparatus (100) being arranged to allow collection of process gas that has been exposed to ultrasonic energy. The apparatus (100) also preferably comprises a microbubble generator (120) to generate microbubbles of the process gas for exposure to the ultrasonic energy. The ultrasonic energy generator (140) may be configured to generate ultrasonic energy as a consequence of a flow of a drive gas therethrough.

Ballast water discharge apparatus having ballast water discharge pipe structure in floating liquid natural gas

본 발명은 밸러스트 탱크에 해수를 유입 혹은 유출할 수 있는 밸러스트 펌프가 밸러스트 워터 펌프 룸 안에 설치되고, 밸러스트 워터 배출을 위하여 상기 밸러스트 펌프에 설치된 밸러스트 워터 배출 파이프를 구비하는 FLNG 밸러스트 워터 배출 장치로, 상기 밸러스트 워터 배출 파이프가 상기 밸러스트 워터 펌프 룸의 하방으로 배치된다. 본 발명은 밸러스트 워터 배출 파이프 격리를 위한 별도의 컴파트먼트(COMPARTMENT)를 필요로 하지 않으며 최단거리로 밸러스트 워터 배출 파이프를 설치할 수 있으므로 선박 건조의 작업성을 향상시키고 제조원가를 절감할 수 있다. The present invention relates to an FLNG ballast water discharging device having a ballast pump installed in a ballast water pump room capable of inflow or outflow of seawater into a ballast tank and having a ballast water discharge pipe installed in the ballast pump for discharging ballast water, A ballast water discharge pipe is disposed below the ballast water pump room. The present invention does not require a separate compartment for isolating the ballast water discharge pipe, and the ballast water discharge pipe can be installed at the shortest distance, so that the workability of the ship can be improved and the manufacturing cost can be reduced.

빌지워터 처리시스템

본 발명의 일 실시예에 따른 빌지처리 시스템은 선박에서 발생되는 빌지워터가 유입되는 빌지 웰, 빌지 웰로부터 전달되는 빌지워터의 이물질을 제거하는 프라이머리탱크, 프라이머리탱크로부터 전달되는 빌지워터를 저장하는 빌지워터 저장탱크, 빌지워터 저장탱크로부터 전달되는 빌지워터의 유수분을 분리하는 유수분 분리기를 포함하고, 유수분 분리기는 챔버, 챔버 내부를 진공상태로 유지하는 진공펌프, 챔버와 연결되어 빌지워터를 가열하는 히터를 포함한다.

A Candle type Apparatus for Filtering Ballast Water Preventing Backpressure

본 발명은 밸러스트수 여과장치에 있어서, 필터부를 수용하는 밸러스트수 여과장치 내에 동심원 방향으로 필터엘리먼트를 설치하고 여과장치 하단에서 밸러스트수를 유입시켜 여과장치 내부의 필터엘리먼트를 통과시켜 여과를 수행하면서, 구동부가 여과장치의 하단에 위치한 흡입부를 회전시켜 필터엘리먼트와 연결시키고 차압에 의해 필터 내부의 이물질을 포함한 역세수를 배출하는 밸러스트수 여과장치에 관한 것이다. 특히, 본 발명은 상기 구동부를 하우징의 하부에 위치시켜 하우징 내에 더 많은 필터엘리먼트를 수용하여 밸러스트수 처리에 적합하도록 여과효율을 높이고, 역세수의 배출라인 상에 배압방지탱크를 두어 배출라인 상의 배압이 증가하는 것을 방지하는 것을 특징으로 하는 배압형성을 방지하는 캔들 타입 밸러스트수 여과장치에 관한 것이다. In the ballast water filtration device, the filter element is installed in the ballast water filtration device accommodating the filter part in a concentric manner, and the ballast water is introduced from the lower end of the filtration device to pass the filter element inside the filtration device to perform filtration. The driving unit is connected to the filter element by rotating the suction unit located at the bottom of the filtration device and relates to a ballast water filtration device for discharging the backwash water including the foreign matter in the filter by the differential pressure. In particular, the present invention is located in the lower portion of the housing housing the more filter elements in the housing to increase the filtration efficiency to be suitable for the ballast water treatment, by placing a back pressure prevention tank on the backwash water discharge line back pressure on the discharge line The present invention relates to a candle type ballast water filtration device for preventing back pressure formation.

Water treatment apparatus for sea water/freshwater

The present invention relates to a water treatment apparatus for seawater and freshwater, and to a water treatment apparatus for seawater and freshwater, capable of filtering solidified foreign materials including microorganisms in a water treatment process of the seawater and the freshwater, and particularly suitable for water treatment of ballast water requiring massive water treatment per hour. According to the present invention, the apparatus comprises: a filtering means having a reception space; a filtering flow rate regulation means installed in the filtering means and regulating a flow rate of supplied processing water; a processing water supply member having a processing water inlet to supply the processing water to the filtering means; a back washing water discharge means including the processing water inlet of the processing water inlet member to be able to open/close and discharging back washing water supplied to the filtering means; and an operation means vertically operating the back washing water discharge means to control filtering and back washing operation of the filtering means.

Ballast water filtering device with enhanced back flush function

본 발명은 밸러스트수 여과장치에 있어서, 선박의 밸러스트수가 유출입 될 수 있는 유입부와 유출부를 갖는 하우징과, 상기 하우징의 내부에 위치하고 상기 유입부를 통해 유입된 밸러스트수를 여과시키는 필터부와, 상기 필터부에 부착된 이물질을 세척하는 자동세척부를 포함하고, 상기 자동세척부는 상기 필터부에 부착된 이물질을 포함하는 역세척수를 흡입하는 플러싱암을 포함하는 흡입부와, 상기 흡입부의 일측을 수용하여 흡입부로부터 흡입된 역세척수를 상기 하우징의 외부로 배출하는 배출부와, 상기 하우징의 외부에 위치하여 동력을 제공하는 구동부와, 상기 구동부의 동력을 전달받아 상기 흡입부를 기계적으로 회전시키는 종동부를 포함하며, 상기 구동부는 동력수단으로부터 동력을 전달받는 구동축과, 상기 구동축의 외주면의 둘레를 따라 형성된 날개를 포함하고, 상기 날개는 구동축의 외주면을 따라 돌출되어 경사지게 형성된 경사부와, 그 이외의 상기 경사부가 없는 영역인 단절부를 포함함으로써 역세척 효율을 향상시킨 밸러스트수 여과장치에 관한 것이다. The present invention relates to a ballast water filtering apparatus comprising: a housing having an inlet portion and an outlet portion through which ballast water of a ship can flow in and out; a filter portion located inside the housing and filtering the ballast water flowing through the inlet portion; Wherein the automatic cleaning unit includes a suction unit including a flushing arm for sucking backwash water containing foreign matter adhered to the filter unit, and a suction unit for receiving one side of the suction unit, And a driven part that mechanically rotates the suction part by receiving the power of the driving part. The driving part includes a driving part that is located outside the housing and discharges the backwashing water to the outside of the housing, And the drive unit includes a drive shaft for receiving power from the power means, Includes a depending formed wings, said wings, to a ballast having improved backwash efficiency by including the inclined portion formed obliquely protrudes along the outer peripheral surface of the drive shaft parts of the inclined portion area without the disconnection of the other filtering device.

防止背压形成的柱式压载水过滤装置

本发明涉及一种压载水过滤装置，该压载水过滤装置在容纳过滤器部的压载水过滤装置内以同心圆方向安装圆锥形滤芯并且在过滤装置下端让压载水流入后通过过滤装置内部的滤芯进行过滤，驱动部驱使位于过滤装置下端的吸入部旋转而连接滤芯并且凭借差压把包含过滤器内部异物的反洗水加以排放。尤其是，本发明把上述驱动部置于机壳下部而在机壳内收容更多滤芯以便适合处理压载水地提高过滤效率，在反洗水的排放线上配置背压防止罐以防止排放线上的背压增加。

Sysyem for opening and closing valve of vessel

The present invention relates to a system for opening and closing a valve of a vessel, capable of increasing space utilization and reducing manufacturing cost by applying a rotary type actuator which is able to open and close a valve within a short distance by interworking with a manual hydraulic pump installed in a remote area and which is easily installed and operated. The system for opening and closing a valve of a vessel comprises: a valve installed in a pipe within a vessel; a hydraulically operated rotary actuator including a single piston having a rotational shaft coaxially inserted into a single cylinder coupled to an upper portion of the valve, and opening and closing the valve by forward/backward rotation of the rotational shaft by interworking with a vertical movement of the piston as hydraulic pressure is selectively introduced to and discharged from an open hydraulic port formed at one side thereof and a close hydraulic port formed at the other side thereof; a first manual hydraulic pump installed in an area remote from the valve and operating the actuator to open and close the valve; a second manual hydraulic pump installed above the actuator and operating the actuator to open and close the valve; and a manifold installed on a side of the actuator, selectively connecting hydraulic pressure transmitted from each of the first hydraulic pump and the second hydraulic pump to the actuator, and preventing operation of the other hydraulic pump when any one among the first hydraulic pump and the second hydraulic pump operates.

A candle type apparatus for filtering ballast water

The present invention relates to a ballast water filtering apparatus comprising: a housing having an inlet portion and an outlet portion through which ballast water of a ship can flow in and out and is divided into an upper housing upper portion and a lower housing lower portion by a lower plate; A filter unit for filtering the ballast water flowing through the filter unit, and an automatic washing unit for washing the foreign substances adhered to the filter unit, wherein the automatic washing unit includes a foreign matter- And a driving unit mechanically located at a lower portion of the housing for rotating the suction unit, wherein the driving unit includes a power unit for generating power, a power unit for receiving power from the power unit, And control means for mechanically controlling and performing backwashing, The rotation distance of the suction unit can be precisely controlled by rotating the rotation of the power unit through a mechanical system without conveying the rotation force of the power unit as it is and by controlling the stop state and the rotation state appropriately through the control unit, Type ballast water filtering apparatus.

SEA WATER SECONDARY BATTERY FOR MANUFACTURING Cl OR ACTIVE MATERIAL, APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR TREATING BALLAST WATER USING THE SAME

이차 전지 및 이차 전지 시스템에 관한 것으로, 나트륨 함유 용액 및 상기 나트륨 함유 용액에 함침된 양극 집전체를 포함하는 액상의 양극부; 액상의 유기 전해질, 상기 액상의 유기 전해질에 함침된 음극 집전체 및 상기 음극 집전체 표면에 위치하는 음극 활물질 층을 포함하는 음극부; 및 상기 양극부와 상기 음극부 사이에 위치하는 고체 전해질; 및 상기 양극부에 연결되어 충전시 양극부에서 발생되는 염소를 외부로 인출하는 염소배출부;를 포함하는 염소 생산 이차 전지를 제공한다. The present invention relates to a secondary battery and a secondary battery system, comprising: a liquid anode including a sodium-containing solution and a cathode current impregnated in the sodium-containing solution; A negative electrode part including a liquid organic electrolyte, a negative electrode current collector impregnated in the liquid organic electrolyte, and a negative electrode active material layer positioned on the surface of the negative electrode current collector; And a solid electrolyte positioned between the anode portion and the cathode portion; And a chlorine discharging portion connected to the anode portion and discharging the chlorine generated at the anode portion during charging to the outside.

A ship with cargo tank

화물창을 구비하는 선박이 개시된다. 본 발명의 일 실시예에 따른 화물창을 구비하는 선박은, 선체; 및 선체에 배치되어 내부에 형성된 수용공간에 화물을 수용하는 복수의 화물창단위유닛을 구비하는 화물창을 포함하며, 복수의 화물창단위유닛 중 적어도 어느 하나의 화물창단위유닛은, 선저를 기준으로 수용공간의 하부에 배치되는 바닥부의 높이가 다른 하나의 화물창단위유닛의 바닥부의 높이와 다른 것을 특징으로 한다. A vessel having a cargo hold is disclosed. The ship having a cargo hold according to an embodiment of the present invention, the hull; And a cargo hold having a plurality of cargo hold unit units arranged in the hull to accommodate the cargo in the accommodation spaces formed therein, wherein at least one cargo hold unit of the plurality of cargo hold unit units is provided based on the bottom of the ship. It is characterized in that the height of the bottom portion disposed on the bottom is different from the height of the bottom portion of the other cargo hold unit.

Emissions control system and method

양극 구획 및 음극 구획을 포함하는 전해 전지, 선박 탑재 엔진으로부터의 배출 물질을 처리하기 위한 알칼리성 스크러버(scrubber) 장치 및 물 유입구와 밸러스트 탱크(ballast tank) 사이에 위치한 살균 장치를 포함하고, 상기 전해 전지는 염수를 수용하기 위한 유입구를 가지며, 상기 양극 구획 내에서 살균 용액이 생산되고 상기 음극 구획 내에서 알칼리성 용액이 생산될 수 있도록 배치되고; 상기 알칼리성 스크러버 장치는 상기 알칼리성 용액과 상기 배출 물질이 혼합될 수 있도록, 상기 알칼리성 용액과 상기 배출 물질을 제1챔버로 수용시키고; 상기 살균 장치는 물이 밸러스트 탱크(ballast tank)로 전달되기 전에 살균될 수 있도록 살균 용액 및 물 유입구로부터의 물을 수용할 수 있도록 배치되는 것인, 처리 시스템. An electrolytic cell comprising an anode compartment and a cathode compartment, an alkaline scrubber device for treating effluent from a vessel-mounted engine, and a sterilizing device located between a water inlet and a ballast tank, The electrolytic cell having an inlet for receiving brine, wherein a sterilizing solution is produced in the anode compartment and an alkaline solution is produced in the cathode compartment; Wherein the alkaline scrubber device is configured to receive the alkaline solution and the discharge material into the first chamber so that the alkaline solution and the discharge material can be mixed; Wherein the sterilizing device is arranged to receive water from the sterilizing solution and the water inlet so that the water can be sterilized before being delivered to the ballast tank.

Energy generation and storage system

The present invention relates to an energy generation and storage system. The present invention provides the energy generation and storage system comprising: a hull; a ballast tank; a water inflow module; a chain hoist; a seawater receiving tank; a seawater power generation module; and a control device. According to the present invention, it is possible to provide the effect of continuously producing renewable energy in a state in which the environmental constraints, which are disadvantages of an existing hydroelectric power generation system, are greatly reduced.

개선된 역세척 기능을 갖는 밸러스트수 여과장치

본 발명은 밸러스트수 여과장치에 있어서, 선박의 밸러스트수가 유출입 될 수 있는 유입부와 유출부를 갖는 하우징과, 상기 하우징의 내부에 위치하고 상기 유입부를 통해 유입된 밸러스트수를 여과시키는 필터부와, 상기 필터부에 부착된 이물질을 세척하는 자동세척부를 포함하고, 상기 자동세척부는 상기 필터부에 부착된 이물질을 포함하는 역세척수를 흡입하는 플러싱암을 포함하는 흡입부와, 상기 흡입부의 일측을 수용하여 흡입부로부터 흡입된 역세척수를 상기 하우징의 외부로 배출하는 배출부와, 상기 하우징의 외부에 위치하여 동력을 제공하는 구동부와, 상기 구동부의 동력을 전달받아 상기 흡입부를 기계적으로 회전시키는 종동부를 포함하며, 상기 구동부는 동력수단으로부터 동력을 전달받는 구동축과, 상기 구동축의 외주면의 둘레를 따라 형성된 날개를 포함하고, 상기 날개는 구동축의 외주면을 따라 돌출되어 경사지게 형성된 경사부와, 외주면을 따라 돌출되어 수평으로 형성된 수평부를 포함함으로써 역세척 효율을 향상시킨 밸러스트수 여과장치에 관한 것이다.