e-Power Technology

Seeking the Ultimate in Marine Stealth: DARPA Pursues Quest to Finally Make Magnetohydrodynamic Drive a Practical Reality 

Since the 1960s, academic, commercial and military researchers have attempted to realize a novel form of maritime propulsion involving no moving parts – no propeller, no drive shaft, no seals – just magnets and an electric current that silently propel a boat or submarine through water. It has been an elusive goal but tests are being conducted at Navy facilities this summer with an aim toward developing a practical, workable system.  […]

Channels

U.S. Navy Commits $45 Million to Leonardo DRS to Expand Submarine Propulsion Facility 

Leonardo DRS announced February 24 that it has received a $45 million U.S. Navy Submarine Industrial Base investment commitment through contracts with Huntington Ingalls Industries’ (HII) Newport News Shipbuilding. The investment is expected to expand the […]

Magnetics/Assemblies

Powerful Magnetic Couplings by FSubsea in Norway Enable Desalination & Underwater Pumping 

Leveraging its development of a powerful magnetic coupling system that can withstand harsh, underwater conditions, Norwegian company FSubsea is bringing new capabilities in subsea pumping from ocean floors and rugged industrial applications. Coastal desalination plants, underwater dredging and offshore oilfield operations are among the diverse uses in ocean waters. […]