Rudder surf bulb
- Short description
- What it includes
- Why it matters
Short description
A rudder bulb is fitted at the rudder hub to reduce flow separation behind the propeller. It improves the interaction between propeller and rudder.
What it includes
- Bulb-shaped fairing at the rudder root
- Reduced hub vortex losses
- Improved wake flow behind the propeller
Why it matters
Better flow around the rudder reduces energy losses and fuel consumption.