Ultrasonic Technology
Although the concept of the use of ultrasound for keeping clean the hulls is relatively new, use of this technology is not new.
Applied to the resolution of a small problem that can cause big consequences
The E-Ship generates a vibration on the surface of the hull, whose waves are recorded as an "earthquake" for marine microorganisms. These waves can not perceive the man.
The ultrasonic effect creates a very difficult barrier to overcome for bio-fouling
The effect produced by the vibration generates a bubble sort, called cavitation, which prevents attachment to marine organisms (fouling)
For more than 30 years of ultrasound are used in a variety of applications, such as cleaning and sterilization of medical and dental equipment, jewelry cleaning, drainage and auto parts, to name a few. Another common applications are the use of ultrasound for cleaning pipes in breweries and food processing plants.
During the past decade, environmental issues have forced the introduction of much stricter controls on industrial cleaning products, especially with respect to chlorofluorocarbons. The industry needed to find an alternative solution. Ultrasonic cleaning is considered the most viable solution by adopting the latest in digital electronics and transducer technology.