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Even if a ship had electric motors they're likely to be powered by a diesel generator. In the context of Seattle an example could be state ferries [1] [1] http
by dieselgate 3y ago
Even if a ship had electric motors they're likely to be powered by a diesel generator.
In the context of Seattle an example could be state ferries [1]
[1] https://wsdot.wa.gov/construction-planning/major-projects/ferry-system-electrification https://wsdot.wa.gov/construction-planning/major-projects/fe...
edit: electric motor not engine
- dghlsakjg 3y agoMany of the cruise ships actually are electric hybrid in a setup similar to a locomotive. They will have a few thruster pods that rotate that allow them to dock without tugs, as well as providing forward propulsion