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2 unusual facts about Marine propulsion


Spotted paddle-tail newt

The spotted paddle-tail newt lives in streams and is characterized by its long, paddle-shaped tail used for propulsion.

Webb Institute

Each graduate of Webb Institute earns a Bachelor of Science degree in naval architecture and marine engineering.


Macao Dragon Company

It operated four 65m and 63m highspeed catamarans vessels powered by MTU Friedrichshafen engines using waterjet propulsion, which could accommodate up to 1,200 passengers.

SS Almeda Star

SS Almeda Star, originally SS Almeda, was a British turbine steamer of the Blue Star Line.


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Vickers plc

In 1986, it purchased Kamewa a Swedish manufacturer of waterjets, followed in 1998 by Ulstein (Norway), a major marine propulsion and engineering company.

Water jet

Pump-jet, a marine propulsion mechanism for jetskis and other types of boats