STREAMLINED SHIP Russian patent published in 2015 - IPC B60V1/14 B60V3/06 

FIELD: transport.

SUBSTANCE: proposed ship comprises hull with lengthwise lateral compartments accommodating vertical lift propulsors. Primary engine is arranged at ship hull fore-part and engaged with said vertical lift propulsors. Sustainer propulsor is arranged at hull stern part and engaged with horizontal motion propulsors. Ship incorporates navigation control system and course-keeping ability control system. Vertical lift propulsors feature identical design and comprise round case wherein rotor runs in bearings composed of the solid of revolution consisting of three integral parts separated by thin discs.

EFFECT: enhanced performances.

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