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Ocean Thermal Energy: The infinite power source?

Ocean Thermal Energy: The infinite power source?

Gepostet von | 7 Dec 2023 | , , | 0

Energy from seawater Tropical oceans absorb 278 petawatts (1PW = 1000 terawatts) of solar energy every day. Just a fraction of this energy would be enough to cover the world's daily electricity needs. The British company Global OTEC (Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion) wants to tap into this enormous source of energy and put a floating ocean thermal power plant into operation by 2025. Concept The OTEC principle is not really new. The first trials and experiments were carried out back in 1981. OTEC works best in marine areas with high temperature differences. In the tropics, for example, the temperature of the surface water is 25 degrees or more, while at a depth of 800 metres it is only 4 degrees...

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Insights into relations between Germany and the Indo-Pacific

Insights into relations between Germany and the Indo-Pacific

Gepostet von | 7 Dec 2023 | , , | 0

Maritime Convention Update Insights into the relationship between Germany and the Indo-Pacific from President and former Rear Admiral Karsten Schneider and our Vice President Dr Sarah Kirchberger. The two discuss the growing importance of the Indo-Pacific for maritime Germany. While Germany cannot have a permanent presence in the region, it is still an important player in Europe with strong ties to the area. Maritime Europe must address the dynamic developments and challenges there. The announcement that the German Navy will send two ships to the region in 2024 to show its presence is a clear signal of commitment. Video...

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The maritime annual calendar 2024 by marine painter Olaf Rahardt

The maritime annual calendar 2024 by marine painter Olaf Rahardt

Gepostet von | 7 Dec 2023 | , | 0

In keeping with tradition, the new annual calendar has been printed in high quality * A varied selection of images provides 13 insights into historical and contemporary shipping events, reproduced from original oil or gouache paintings. Additionally an informative reverse side. The format is 40 x 50 cm, paper surface silk matt, hanging with wire ring binding. Price 32,- €. Shipping costs 8,- €. (individually shrink-wrapped with cardboard packaging). Orders via marinemaler-olaf-rahardt@t-online.de or direct sale in the gallery, Marktstraße 4, 07407 Rudolstadt. www.marinemaler-olaf-rahardt.de *Produced by BRANDT-Druck, Ilmenau Olaf Rahardt Olaf Rahardt Marine painter Phone: 01621884947 Mail: marinemaler-olaf-rahardt@t-online.de Internet:...

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First flight of the NH90 MRFH "Sea Tiger"

First flight of the NH90 MRFH "Sea Tiger"

Gepostet von | 7 Dec 2023 | , , , | 0

On 30 November, the first NH90 "Sea Tiger" from Airbus Helicopters completed its maiden flight as planned at the Donauwörth production site. According to the company, this marks the start of the qualification phase, during which the focus will be on the extended flight tests and the testing of new systems that are or will be installed in this flight type. The developer and manufacturer of this navalised helicopter type is NHIndustries, a joint venture between Airbus Helicopters (62.5 %), Leonardo (32 %) and GKN Fokker (5.5 %) for rotorcraft production. Under the designation NH90 Multi Role Frigate Helicopter (MRFH), the Bundeswehr had already ordered 31 examples of the "Sea Tiger" three years ago with delivery dates of...

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Here we go: F126

Here we go: F126

Gepostet von | 6 Dec 2023 | , , , | 0

The multi-purpose combat ship "MKS 180", which has since been renamed "Frigate F126", saw the start of construction of its first unit on 5 December 2023. Just a few days before the end of the year, the start of production before 2024, which was promised when the contract was signed, was thus also realised. On 19 June 2020, the signatures were signed in Koblenz with which Damen Schelde Naval Shipbuilding (DSNS, Netherlands) and the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) agreed on the construction of the multi-purpose combat ship "MKS 180". At that time, 5.72 billion euros were included in the federal budget. For this amount, Germany is procuring four identical frigates, two of which are equipped with the "ASW situation picture" mission module (ASW:...

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