Enhancing ship efficiency and reducing environmental impact
The Becker Twist Rudder from Becker Marine Systems represents an advanced technological development specifically designed to effectively utilise the rotating water flow generated by propellers. Its unique twisted profile prevents the formation of low-pressure areas on the rudder surface, which typically cause cavitation and erosion damage. This design allows for higher rudder angles at higher speeds and reduces rudder drag, thereby enhancing the propulsion efficiency of the vessel.
The special shape of the Becker Twist Rudder ensures that rudder self-induced cavitation is minimised, which not only extends the life-time of the rudder but also reduces maintenance and repair costs. The twisted profile ensures that propulsion efficiency is enhanced by recovering losses from the propeller slipstream. These improved features offer significant benefits for ship handling and the environment. Overall, the Becker Twist Rudder represents a superior solution that significantly improves both the performance and environmental compatibility of modern shipping.
Structure of the Becker Twist Rudder
Advantages of the Becker Twist Rudder
- Reduced cavitation and rotational losses
- Significant power savings
- Optimised profile for enhanced performance and reduced drag
- Lighter weight and absence of cast parts for improved efficiency
The Becker Twist Rudder is exceptionally compatible with
- General cargo vessels
- Container vessels
- Ferries & Vehicle Carriers
- Passenger vessels
- Gas Carriers
Options of the Becker Twist Rudder
Proven performance for your ship
At Becker Marine Systems we attach great importance to the efficiency and performance of our manoeuvring systems. In a market characterised by strict regulations, our aim is not only to make ships more efficient, but also more sustainable. In order to fulfil these high requirements, we carry out extensive development, testing and measurements of our rudders. CFD simulations and model testing are an integral part of our design process. This allows us to evaluate the performance of our rudder solutions in direct comparison with other manufacturers and ensure that our products meet the highest standards in terms of efficiency and performance.
We are proud that our rudder solutions are regularly selected as the preferred choice for new builds and retrofit projects, underlining our leading position in the field of maritime efficiency technologies.
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