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Conceptual Design and Analysis of a Waterjet Propulsion System Using a Statistical Parameter Extraction Method
Soroush Sarrafan Sadeghi *1 , Vahid Esfahanian1 , Amirmohammad Arjomand Kermani2
1- Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Faculties of Engineering, University of Tehran
2- The Ohio State University, Columbus,
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This research presents a comprehensive data-driven and modeling-based approach to facilitate and improve the design process of waterjet propulsion systems. Initially, a comprehensive statistical design model is developed by extensively reviewing the existing literature and collecting experimental data from commercial examples. Subsequently, two conceptual design algorithms are proposed based on this model to streamline the initial design process. The accuracy and validity of these algorithms are evaluated by comparing their results with available experimental data. Finally, as a case study, a conceptual design of a 500 kW waterjet propulsion system is carried out using these algorithms. The results of this research demonstrate that the proposed method is an efficient and accurate approach for the conceptual design of waterjet propulsion systems. By combining statistical analysis and modeling, this method enables rapid and accurate estimation of design parameters. Additionally, by providing a systematic framework, it assists designers in achieving optimal designs.

Keywords: Waterjet Propulsion System, Conceptual Design, Statistical Design, Design Algorithm
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Type of Study: Research Paper | Subject: Main Engine & Electrical Equipments
Received: 2024/11/27 | Accepted: 2025/03/3
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