skippropeller
A skippropeller is a type of marine propulsion system. It is characterized by a propeller that is partially submerged and designed to operate at the surface of the water. The key feature is its ability to "skip" or break through the water surface rather than remaining fully submerged like a conventional propeller. This is typically achieved through a specific propeller design, often with a wide diameter and relatively shallow pitch, and by mounting the propeller shaft at an angle that allows for this surface operation.
The skippropeller is often used in applications where shallow water operation is critical, such as on shallow-draft
However, the performance of a skippropeller can be affected by wave conditions and the amount of submergence.