Those CFD results were followed up by a series of test tank trials at the University of Trieste. As well as delivering flawless seakeeping and opulent living spaces, Dominator wanted its new Ilumen to be efficient for those with long range cruising in mind( the Ilumen has a 3,000- mile range at 8 knots), but also for those cruising at higher speeds. The data and the testing indicated that this was best achieved not by one but by two special hard-chine hull forms. So this is exactly what Dominator developed.
A Counter Rotating Propellers( CRP), push / pull system, developed in collaboration with Reintjes further enhances manouvring and the propulsion of powerful engine units to provide an exhilarating performance alongside optimal comfort and efficiency. Additionally, classic, but, at same time, revolutionary shaft propulsion has been developed in cooperation with CJR
Propulsion and Vulkan Couplings. The complete floating propulsion group creates a highly efficient system without the propagation of noise and vibrations. In that way a traditional propulsion system results in optimal comfort, so the owner can enjoy the cruise hearing nothing but the romantic noise of the waves.” In line with Dominator’ s bespoke philosophy, the engines( 1,200hp to 2,400hp) and propulsion systems( shafts or pods) can also be specified to the owner’ s request.
The installation of gyro stabilization brought on-board lifestyle to another level by providing optimal comfort at rest and at low speeds. Humphree’ s Active Ride Control interceptor system provides roll damping but also optimizes running trim and heel through the turns. By combining these two systems, the Ilumen avoids the drag penalty imposed by zero-speed fins, and provides a higher level of functionality.
20 The Art of Luxury Issue 34 2018