Shifeng Ding

Nov 13, 2024 | mdpi.com | Li Zhou |Anwen Zhang |Shifeng Ding |Fang Li

1. IntroductionPolar icebreakers play a pivotal role when confronted with the extreme cold and thick ice cover of polar regions. They provide essential support for resource exploration, trade, and scientific research. The icebreaking performance of polar icebreakers depends on various factors, with particular attention given to the impact of cavitation on propeller efficiency [1]. The cavitation performance of the propeller near the free surface is affected by ice blockage and the free surface.