This is very informative, Captain Kate! On U.S.S. Enterprise (CVN-65j, the four propeller shafts were of different lengths depending on the location of its steam turbine. The longest was #1 shaft, at approximately 700 feet. It ran through many occupied work spaces, and six-footers like myself had to duck to pass under it. This shaft was uncovered and spinning right above your head...but you got used to it. We did have cats aboard, too- Tomcats!
these azipods are product of ABB Finland and are built in Helsinki and all the modern cruise ships and yachts are run by those, been working in ABB marines finland and everytime i see these beauties, they simply mesmerize me.
Another great video by you Capt Kate. Azipods are still kind of new and you did a great job explaining them. So cool the Engineering Staff let you film the inside of the pods. Thank you so much.
Relatively speaking... they’ve been used on cruise ships for about 15 years. A marvel of engineering in their own right! I didn’t realize you could go down inside them, that was really cool to see.
@@pamstrasser2506 tell her thanks for picking up the standard for the old guard. That said here is some sage advice for her . Follow directions and orders in boot amp but once in the fleet hit the deck plates running and don't look back .
I was working for ABB Finland in early 1990's. I was in a team designing and manufacturing the synchronous electrical motors for the first azipods. The first big ones were for arctic tankers and cruise ships.
Hi Captain Kate, thanks for the explanation of the Azipods! I didn’t realize that they pulled, I always figured that the propeller was at the back and they pushed the ship. Cute out take with Bug! Ken
They are more efficient when they pull because there’s nothing in front of it (like a shaft) to make the water turbulent, which gives the screws more “bite”, and in turn more thrust. They’re amazing devices.
So interesting. Thanks for doing that. I’ve been fascinated by azipods since I saw the documentary about repairing the bearings for the azipods on Allure of the Seas using cofferdams in the Freeport drydock. Amazing scale and technology.
And also how powerful they are, I mean 22 THOUSAND horsepower each. Smaller azipods have 19K HP each like on Mariner of the Seas and that class. Just absolute underwater jet turbines with thick blades id love to see one in action at full throttle underwater but nobody can supply a cool video like that 🙄
Captain Kate, thank you for these videos! It’s sad that I never knew about a female Captain, but it’s so refreshing to see you work! My niece always says she wants to drive ships, and now I can show her your RU-vid channel! Much love & best wishes to you and your family ❤️
Captain thank you for all you do! I love your content, its very educational and really fun to watch! I'm a big Royal Caribbean cruiser, but the time I sail on a Celebrity ship I want it to be under your command!
Omg I understand about the cat interrupting … I can be at home and him be asleep and as soon as I even start to do any work it’s like a disturbance in the force with him … I could tap dance next to him and he won’t look up but sit down at the computer two rooms down and he appears in the door ways singing the song of his people
Amazing to watch. And your new channel is already of high quality. Most people need some months to get up and running, but you are really of to a great start. Keep up the good work and good luck!!
Just found your channel and have to admit I binge watched your videos at my lunch break, or maybe a little more than lunch (don't tell my boss). Since you're on the topic of naval engineering, and as an engineer, I was curious about the design of the Edge. Specifically the rake of the prow which appears to be reversed from most ship designs as well as the lack of a wave breaker. Most ships I've seen, and boats for that matter, have a prow which is raked aft as you approach the waterline, even large cargo vessels are nearly vertical but still not raked forward as you approach the waterline as the Edge seems to be designed. Keep on keeping your crew and ship safe, and congratulations on your promotion to Captain, love seeing "outsiders" breaking the barriers of traditionally gender biased jobs!
Glad I found your channel, lots of great information. We usually cruise on a competitor due to our status level, and let me say I have never seen such a good looking Captain on their ships! 😁
Thank you for a great and informative video Captain Kate (please tell me I’m not the only one flashing back to Voyager). I’ve always been fascinated with how the Azipods work. I never realised you can actually climb down into the motor housing.
You are a terrific teacher!! Wow!! Hats off to Engineers for their work in close quarters!!! The Chief's explanation of the azipods was great! Love from Vermont
Very informative video and great to see a Captain who has an interest in the engineering side too. Also good to see an Officer in good shape and setting an example. I noticed some fat ones on the bridge though...time to whip them into shape!
If we ever get the chance, I’m booking a cruise with Bug Naked. I think she might run that WHOLE ship. Captain McCue may be the head of the ship, but Bug is the neck. LOL. It’s just like at my house-I just moved off the couch onto the world’s most uncomfortable chair...because my Great Dane wants to sleep on the couch. LOL.
Great video Captain! Personally I would let the Engineers go into the Azipod compartments only - not for me thank you! I think Bug adds character to your videos - never mind the take 1.2.3.or 4. I like the informality of Bug in the video.
3:55 "...and I give big props - pun intended - to the engineers...." Okay, you like puns, I'm subscribing. ;) Just found your channel today and am watching all the videos. As a suggestion, if using a cell phone camera, _always_ have the phone horizontal. :) I have lots of questions, but I'll probably wait until a future video.
Fantastic move to debut on You Tube! What are your goals for this platform? What do you hope to accomplish, and how can we help you? When cruising resumes; how will you keep up all three - TikTok, IG, YT? I can't believe you mastered TikTok so well! PS; does the horticulturist grow any.... catnip for Bug?
The Tesla Model S Dual Motor Performance is closer to 750 HP. Its the Model 3 that is about 500 HP. At sea school, we learned to do the TWIST on the engines......I guess the result is the same.
can you show us what the crew area, your cabin, and your office space? I have any been to the Celebrity Summit but, those where my favorite vacations of all. It would also be cool if you could show us how you throw the lines across at port? Thanks!
You should show the engines on the ship at some point Because I think people would be amazed on how big they are. The engines on the ship are actually so big. You could actually get inside of one not when it's running of course There are inspection ports on the side of the block where you can climb in the engine And the engines are started by air Starters And the reason why that is is because it takes a lot of power to start One of the engines And how I know all of this. Besides went to diesel mechanic school and my teacher know one of the people that worked for wartsila witch is a manufacturers that makes cruise ship engines
Great videos! And the right length too. Could we get a look at the Captain's cabin and it's proximity to the Bridge? I am as proud of you as your parents because I quit after getting my 100 ton inland waters and that was a hard study. The wife and I were on the Edge in February of 2019. Best of luck to you and crew.
Hello Captain. I am very glad to see you.A very pretty Captain ❤️. Captian I will be very glad to work with your ship. I have worked before with Oceania Cruises. And now my Dream is to be a part of your ship and work with you.❤️
I saw in the previous video you mentioned a Staff Captain. Could you explain in an upcoming video what the Staff Captain is, and maybe some of the other officers?
Aha! I asked in an earlier video what cruise line rhymes with "Surgeon" but thanks to your comment, I realized her hubby works for Virgin!!!! I was racking my brain for 2 days!!! LOL
Neat-o! Now I know how to pronounce Azipod :-) I see a lot of sacrificial anodes there around the hull, but I have no idea how one would offer sacrifice to the Rust Gods -- some Aztec ritual or black witchcraft?
When I asked a bridge crew member of another cruise line why they didn't use azipods, his answer was the line considered azipods expensive and a maintenance headache (they ate bearings). Has this been Celebrity's experience?
William Miller, that is an issue with a different manufacturer named Mermaid propulsion pods. Ironically, Celebrity line had them in older ships but has since switched (like Royal Caribbean) to ABB Azipods. . www.travelweekly.com/Cruise-Travel/Pod-issues-force-Celebrity-to-move-Infinity-to-drydock
Captain Kate, What an amazing vessel the Celebrity Edge, I have been on a cruise ship with MSC before, as this is the only cruise Line operating of the South African Coast, Will it be possible to film the engine room onboard the Celebrity Edge?
