Caterpillar Inc.
POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM FOR A MARINE VESSEL

Abstract:

The present disclosure is directed towards a power distribution system for a marine vessel. The power distribution system comprises auxiliary, first and second buses and first and second propulsors for propelling the marine vessel. A first power generation system is electrically connected to the first bus and operably connected to the first propulsor. A second power generation system is electrically connected to the second bus and operably connected to the second propulsor. The first and second buses are electrically connected to the auxiliary bus such that electrical power is transferable between the first and second power generation systems for driving the first and/or second propulsors.