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According to THOOSA's documentation, the following is true:

  • 5kW ~= 10-15HP (48V/125A @86% efficiency DC motor)
  • 6kW ~= 12-18HP (48V/140A @88%)
  • 7kW ~= 17-25HP (48V/160A @93%)

From another source:

  • 1HP = 746 Watts

If we go based on the assumption for specifying diesel engines for displacement boats, it's 2HP per Ton. My boat is ~5.5 tons (11,000lbs).

  • ICE need: 11HP minimum, lets round up to 12HP
  • 12HP * 746W = 8952 = 9kW – this seems to conflict with THOOSA

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sailing/electric_propulsion.txt · Last modified: 2014/06/24 05:40 (external edit)