Rim Drive steerable pod
The Rim Drive steerable pod is a powerful, steerable electric motor for fixed mounting under the hull. The pod has a 320-degree turning angle with equal forward and reverse power, making your vessel highly maneuverable. The motor is space-saving and maximizes your cabin space. It is also whisper-quiet, maintenance-free, and direct-drive. The Rim Drive fixed pod is available in various power outputs, ranging from 3 to 50 kW. The Rim Drive steerable pod uses a hubless electric motor, eliminating transmissions and providing instant torque. This increases its efficiency and durability due to the reduced number of moving parts. The open propeller allows floating debris to be dissipated through the motor, significantly reducing the risk of propeller seizure. This makes the motor ideal for rentals and waterways with debris and vegetation.
Rim Drive Technology
Rim Drive Technology is a company that focuses on innovative electric propulsion systems for various marine applications, such as recreational boats, commercial vessels, and underwater drones. Their technology utilizes a hubless motor design, where the electrical winding is located in the outer stator and the magnets in the inner rotor. This design offers several advantages over traditional inboard motors, including lower maintenance costs, reduced vibration, and minimal noise pollution, making it ideal for both military applications and environmentally friendly recreational boating. Rim Drive Technology's product range includes various motor sizes and configurations, such as pod motors that can be mounted under the hull and steerable pods that rotate 360 degrees. Their systems are known for their high efficiency, compact size, and scalability, making them suitable for both small recreational boats and larger commercial vessels. In addition to propulsion systems, Rim Drive Technology also develops and integrates batteries and controllers, providing complete solutions for electric boating. A key advantage of Rim Drive Technology's rim drive technology is its safety and environmental friendliness. The enclosed propeller design reduces the risk of debris damage and ensures safer operations, especially in busy or sensitive waters. Their electric motors are also emission-free, contributing to the shift towards more sustainable sailing. Based in the Netherlands, the company emphasizes quality by keeping production local and continuously innovating to meet the growing demand for electric propulsion in the maritime industry.
