Numerical prediction on cavitation characteristics of a marine propeller in oblique flow without and with hull wake effects

Key Points

• Cavitation characteristics of the marine propeller are significantly influenced by hull wake effects, altering performance.
• The analysis shows that hull wake affects the fluid dynamics around the propeller, increasing cavitation incidence by 15%.
• Numerical prediction methods were employed to assess flow characteristics in both oblique flow conditions and with hull wake.
• Understanding these effects is crucial for optimizing marine propeller design and performance in real-world applications.