EXPLAIN HOW THE PROPELLER THRUST IS TRANSMITTED TO THE HULL.

THRUST BLOCK

The thrust block transfers the thrust from the propeller to the hull of the ship. It must
therefore be solidly constructed and mounted onto a rigid seating or framework to
perform its task.

A SOLID FIXED-PITCH PROPELLER

It may be an independent unit or an integral part of the main propulsion engine. Both
ahead and astern thrusts must be catered for and the construction must be strong
enough to withstand normal and shock loads.

THRUST BLOCK ARRANGEMENT

The casing of the independent thrust block is in two halves which are joined by fitted
bolts (Figure above). The thrust loading is carried by bearing pads which are arranged
to pivot or tilt. The pads are mounted in holders or carriers and faced with white metal.
In the arrangement shown the thrust pads extend threequarters of the distance around
the collar and transmit all thrust to the lower half of the casing. Other designs employ a
complete ring of pads.
An oil scraper deflects the oil lifted by the thrust collar and directs it onto the pad stops.
From here it cascades over the thrust pads and bearings. The thrust shaft is
manufactured with integral flanges for bolting to the engine or gearbox shaft and the
intermediate shafting, and a thrust collar for absorbing the thrust.
PROPELLER SHAFT ARRANGEMENT

Where the thrust shaft is an integral part of the engine, the casing is usually fabricated
in a similar manner to the engine bedplate to which it is bolted. Pressurised lubrication
from the engine lubricating oil system is provided and most other details of construction
are similar to the independent type of thrust block

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HOW THE PROPELLER SHAFT IS SUPPORTED BETWEEN THE THRUST BLOCK

AND THE STERN TUBE