Location: TU Delft - Faculty of Mechanical Engineering - Mekelweg 2

In the first half of the evening, Michail Drakoulas will explore advanced propulsion systems being developed for new shipbuilding projects by the Royal Netherlands Navy. These state of the art systems aim at increasing the Ministry of Defence’s operational effectiveness, while reducing the dependence on fossil fuels, in line with the energy transition goals. Michail will also address innovative propulsion control strategies for future naval combatants. These strategies will allow them to operate with greater flexibility and reduced underwater noise, while also potentially improving energy efficiency. This is critical for supporting the energy demands of modern weapons and sensors, all while contributing to a more sustainable future in defence operations.

In the seconed half of the evening, Wieger Tiddens will take you through the latest insights during this IMarEST technical lecture on implementing data-driven maintenance. He’ll share practical examples of both the exciting developments and the challenges faced in bringing data-driven maintenance to life. Plus, Wieger will dive into the social dynamics involved within the RNLN's maintenance organization, offering a deeper understanding of what it really takes to implement these innovations.

Ir Michail Drakoulas

Ir Michail Drakoulas

Senior Marine Engineer, Materiel and IT Command (COMMIT)

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Dr Wieger Tiddens

Dr Wieger Tiddens

Predictive Maintenance, Royal Netherlands Navy

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