The largest sailing cargo ship in existence is on its maiden voyage across the Atlantic Ocean, demonstrating a carbon footprint 10 times smaller than that of a container ship
As a result, I guess that rotating masts aren’t optimal after all - too much moving mass, impossible to take down during a hurricane, etc.
Rotating masts are for ships that are larger, and they only contribute to propulsion, saving up to 30% of fuel. But they work well in almost any wind direction.
This ship is primarily driven by the sails, if conditions are good.
It’s different technology for different tasks.
I also guess that this sailboat has a fairly good motor, for use during total lack of wind (rare) or storms that would damage sails or masts.
It has a 5500 horsepower Diesel-eletric motor. “For maneuvering in harbor and punctuality of service” according to the manufacturer.
Wow. :)
I was expecting something with rotor sails, but I click, and it’s a fancy new derivative of schooners. :)
As a result, I guess that rotating masts aren’t optimal after all - too much moving mass, impossible to take down during a hurricane, etc.
I also guess that this sailboat has a fairly good motor, for use during total lack of wind (rare) or storms that would damage sails or masts.
Rotating masts are for ships that are larger, and they only contribute to propulsion, saving up to 30% of fuel. But they work well in almost any wind direction.
This ship is primarily driven by the sails, if conditions are good.
It’s different technology for different tasks.
It has a 5500 horsepower Diesel-eletric motor. “For maneuvering in harbor and punctuality of service” according to the manufacturer.