Damen Marine Components Marine Rudders  (9)

The XR rudder is especially developed for optimal propulsion efficiency in combination with first-class manoeuvring characteristics, which comes from rudder angles up to 80 degrees. The design of the rudder is cost- and fuel efficient. The rudder trunk is eco-friendly and requires low maintenance. The XR rudders are optimally positioned in the propeller slipstream. This maximises the vessel speed with reduced vibrations and sounds. The rudder profile is developed to lower resistance and is therefore fuel saving. Advantages: Eco-friendly design Good manoeuvrability Reduced fuel consumption Low resistance Reduced noise and vibration Competitive price Best suited for vessels operating on inland waterways in all conditions (canals, low water levels, upstream rivers).

When sailing ahead the FLEX Flanking rudders are not operational, and are therefore retracted into the vessel hull. This minimises resistance, which results in significant fuel savings. When sailing backwards, the FLEX Flanking rudders can easily be deployed to generate extra manoevring power. Advantages: Fuel savings with forward operations when retracted High manoeuvrability with backward operations when extended Best suitable for inland pusher tugs with barges

The HD rudders provide an excellent manoeuvring performance, which is proven in practice and in the most stringent towing-tank trials. These high-efficiency rudders can be used with or without a nozzle. They have an asymmetrical profile and are always applied in a pair. The HD rudders have been especially developed for inland vessels in combination with a 2, 4 or 6 rudder propulsion set-up. The HD rudders have asymmetric rudder angles up to 80 degrees, providing optimal slipstream guidance. With these rudder you are assured of an excellent manoeuvring performance, also with low velocity (speed). They have a maintenance-friendly design and a long lifespan.

Excellent manoeuvrability Energy efficient Fuel saving Low emission (CO2) Largest rudder angles in the world (max. 120°) This system is only suited for single propelled vessels and designed for inland waterway navigation where manoeuvring is most important

The absence of moving parts significantly increases the rudder’s life-span. This rudder is known for its low drag and low vibrations. The slim profile of the ATLANTIC rudder ensures minimal resistance, especially for high speed vessels. This rudder is frequently designed and build with the Van der Velden® RUDDER BULB and ART™. Advantages: No cast parts Minimal resistance Excellent course-keeping Custom-built to fit vessel hull Optimal performance on straight-ahead journeys Best suited to sea-going high speed vessels

Excellent manoeuvring and course-keeping performance Low noise and vibration levels 45º rudder angle + 45º flap angle = total 90º Long service life Best suited to seagoing vessels in the medium to high speed range Other optional features: Heel bearing supportThis feature improves the performance of the rudder and is often applied to fishing vessels. It reduces the load in the neck bearing and it protects the propeller from fishing nets. With heel bearing support, a rudder can be designed with a slim profile. The distribution of rudder reaction forces in three points (rudder carrier, neck bearing and heel bearing), compared with the free hanging rudder, will increase the strength of the rudder, especially during trawler operations. Rudder trunk extensionTo extend the trunk into the rudder blade, the lower neck bearing is positioned as close as possible to the centre of the force that is acting on the rudder. This gives the opportunity to build large rudders. With trunk extension the stresses, from bending, in the rudder trunk and stock are reduced. Also, the reaction forces in the neck and carrier bearing are smaller. Optional Energy Saving Devices: Asymmetric Rudder Technology (ART™) Rudder bulb

The MASTER rudder has a specifically designed fishtail profile. The absence of movable parts makes it a great option for vessels operating in shallow waters. With rudder angles up to 65º, this rudder allows for a high lift. The design of this fishtail rudder can be optimised to suit a wide range of vessels.The MASTER rudder offers very good manoeuvring performance. This rudder is often combined with the Van der Velden® RUDDER BULB. Advantages: High lift Reliable robust design No movable parts Product Lines Best suited to vessels (seagoing as well as inland) of all sizes that travel relatively short distances and require high manoeuvrability

The BARKE® flap rudder is the solution for any vessel with high manoeuvring requirements combined with proven fuel savings. With its progressively rotating flap, the BARKE® rudder generates high lift forces at large rudder angles and low drag (resistance) at small rudder angles. The enclosed linkage system of the BARKE® rudder provides overload protection and eliminates the entry risk of sand, ice and floating objects. These are ideal characteristics for fishing and research vessels, and dredgers. Advantages: Excellent manoeuvring and course-keeping Low noise and vibration levels 45º rudder angle + 55º flap angle = total 100º Long lifespan Best suited to seagoing vessels in the medium-speed range

Efficient and fuel saving rudder shape (up to 8% fuel savings) High manoeuvrability and excellent course keeping Reduces cavitation, vibration and noise Costa bulb prevent hub vortex losses and cavitation Reduced energy losses due to propeller slipstream adjusted rudder Prevents large rudder angles on straight-ahead journeys, which results in reduced resistance and fuel savings Costa bulb prevent hub vortex losses and cavitation Application: For all seagoing vessels with fixed pitch propellers. New built and retrofit.