Ships have witnessed an astounding evolution in the last 200 years. The introduction of the combustion engine has started an ever-faster change, both in the performance and functionality given by the ships. From the steam-powered ships of the early 1800s to the modern diesel-electric ships, the improvements were significant and increasingly rapid. In particular, in the last 30 years, the design of ships has made a huge leap ahead, both in terms of efficiency of the entire vessel and new functions given to the owners. This is due to the progressive electrification that has occurred.
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