WhisperPower will introduce a complete range of hybrid propulsion systems from 5 to 250 kW at the Düsseldorf Boat Show, Stand 10F17.
The hybrid propulsion system is based on a high efficiency permanent DC magnet motor that powers the propeller, and a variable rpm generator with one, three, five or six cylinders (depending on the capacity) which generates electric power and charges the batteries.
The Li-ion batteries then provide the energy supply for the propulsion, hydraulics and/or other power consumers onboard, with or without the use of an inverter. The batteries can also be charged via shore power or, when using the sails, via a shaft generator.
The systems are equipped with intelligent integrated management technology. This starts the generator automatically and increases rpm when power demands increase, and slows down the rpm or switches off the generator when the power demand is reduced.
J-Class Sailing Yachts ‘Rainbow’ and WhisperPower hybrid propulsion system - Credit Whisper Power
WhisperPower was recently commissioned to develop the complete hybrid power and propulsion systems for the two J Class yachts Yankee and Rainbow currently under construction at Holland Jachtbouw.
In addition to the hybrid propulsion systems WhisperPower will display 3000 rpm and 1500 rpm Whisper generators, variable speed units, maintenance-free, completely enclosed AGM, GEL and ION power batteries and numerous practical system accessories.
WhisperPower has been designing and manufacturing its renowned compact, water-cooled diesel generators in 3000 and 1500 rpm versions and from 3 to 30 kVA since 1998.
WhisperPower is a young, ambitious industrial firm in Drachten, the Netherlands. It is located in a new, modern 5,500 m² eco premises that is equipped with climate control based on an advanced eco-energy recovery system. Some 40 full-time employees are responsible for design, assembly and logistics. “WhisperPower’s mission is to enhance the energy generating industry by offering cleaner, quieter and more efficient systems,” says owner Roel Ter Heide.
