Quantum has had the honor of supplying the military with marine stabilizers on hundreds of military vessels over the last several years.
Giving the Naval Forces the ability to perform their duties at peak performance on a stable platform has been a great honor for Quantum. Serving the military involves a series of compliances, regulations and approvals. Today, Quantum is an approved vendor, fully in accord with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and in full compliance with all of the regulating military entities.
Our systems are the ideal solution for a number of ship types including USCGs Fast Response Cutters, Frigates, Patrol Boats, FFG’s, Cyclone-classed, WMEC vessels and more. Delivering stabilization aboard a military vessel can enable the vessel to operate at a higher sea state and improve with: station keeping, rescue missions, underway refueling/provisioning, helicopter landings and onboard crew productivity. Quantum Stabilization Systems are engineered to meet the rigorous demands of military operations, providing unmatched durability, performance, and reliability.
The following is a partial list of military projects that Quantum Marine Stabilizers has successfully delivered motion/ride control systems. In addition, there are 1000’s of Quantum Zero Speed™ and underway systems such as fin stabilizers installed around the world.
RENOWNED GLOBAL SERVICE
Quantum’s global reputation for excellence delivers renowned service, including extended warranty options which reduces life cycle costs and ensures quality performance. Quantum proudly serves the U.S. Coast Guard, providing training, technical support, maintenance training certification, Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) and on-site services.
LÜRSSEN – ASC – CIVMEC SHIPYARD
Based on Lürssen’s OPV80, the first two Arafura-class, offshore patrol vessel (OPV’s) were built at ASC Shipbuilding, with the remaining vessels being built at CIVMEC. Quantum is supplying a four-fin system that includes Zero Speed™ technology.
BOLLINGER SHIPYARDS
An long-term partner of the Bollinger, multi-phased, FRC contract. Part of the U.S. Coast Guard’s Deepwater initiative and among the most successful maritime acquisition programs, the Sentinel-class Fast Response Cutter (FRC) has surpassed all historical quality benchmarks. Quantum is supplying the stabilization systems, technical support, training and life cycle support/service on this Bollinger program.
DERECKTOR SHIPYARD & TACOMA BOATBUILDING
Components from four decommissioned Oliver Hazard Perry-class frigates resulted in more than $24 million in savings and returned to service aboard WMEC Famous class cutters in order to extend their service lives into the 2030s. Quantum was able to preserve the existing system, while redesigning and replacing the hydraulic and stabilizing control system.
NICHOLS BROTHERS
Awarded (FSF-1) small-waterplane-area twin-hull (SWATH) design by ONR. Quantum developed a comprehensive Ride Control System including the MAGLift™ Rotor with underway and Zero Speed™ capabilities assisting with station keeping and ship-to-ship transfer operations, while providing a stable launch/fire platform along with support/service. This technology impacted the design and development of future Littoral platforms.
LÜRSSEN
Quantum was chosen to develop and supply the roll stabilizers for Lürssen’s 41m fast patrol boat and an 80m patrol vessel for the Brunei Navy. These were based on the Darussalam-class offshore patrol vessel (OPV’s) with Quantum’s roll stabilization systems along with life cycle support/service.
The Hornbeck Offshore Support Vessel provides escort services for Submarine & Special Warfare Support Vessels. Quantum’s patented MAGLift™ Rotor System proved to be the optimal solution for this bow steering application.
The Cyclone-class patrol ship was designed for coastal patrol and interdiction surveillance. After decades of service, Quantum was awarded the contract to refit the hydraulic power pack and control system. The upgrade was performed dockside, resulting in significant cost savings by avoiding the time and expense of a haul out.
For almost 20 years, Damen has partnered with Quantum on projects for foreign Navies and Coast Guard vessels including the STAN Series which was used for constabulary duties, fishery and environmental patrols. Damen and Quantum collaborated on a custom design for a smaller, lighter stabilizer system along with an integrated hydraulic unit.
FRIGATES & OFFSHORE PATROL VESSELS
The Sigma-class Frigate is built around the concept of Ship Integrated Geometrical Modularity Approach (SIGMA), which combines high flexibility, at a reduced cost through the use of a modular design. Quantum served as the development partner to design and create the motion control system for the Frigate and roll stabilizers for the OPV’s.
AMP – OPV
The Riverhawk Advanced Multi-mission Platform (AMP) is adaptable and can be reconfigured based on the mission. Quantum supplied the patented, MAGLift™ Rotor stabilizer, that generates lift proportional to the speed and direction of the rotation through a rotating cylinder. It offers flexibility for the adaptable AMP model, with slow/loitering and zero speed applications as well as high speed or ice class requirements with a retractable feature.
VT HALTER MARINE
The Ambassador IV-class missile boat was built by VT Halter Marine/ST Engineering for ride control equipment. Developed in the U.S. under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program. Quantum delivered all aspects of design, engineering, testing, production, installation, training, life cycle support/service.
Reducing roll is of key importance for all vessels carrying active targeting or sensitive equipment.
Improved vessel stability in higher sea states ensures safe takeoffs and landings.
Ensures safer refueling underway.
Station keeping and slow speed operations as well as enhanced seakeeping capabilities in rough seas.
Stabilization technology enhances the ships value for potential resale.
The increased operational efficiency leads to more efficient fuel consumption.
Ideal for Zero Speed™ to 14 Knots
Based upon the “Magnus Effect,” a phenomenon where a rotating cylinder creates lift (stabilization) proportional to the speed and direction of the rotation. It is perfect for slow/loitering speed or zero speed™ applications, delivering precise stabilization.
Innovation in Quantum Zero Speed™
XT™ is the most popular system to date. The term XT™ refers to “extended,” whereby the main stabilizer fin houses another fin or foil, designed to extend or retract based on the speed of the vessel.
Ideal for all Speeds
Originally considered radical, the Dyna-Foil swings a high-aspect fin 140° and uses an articulating foil to generate lift. Proven effective and now patented, Dyna-Foil produces an unprecedented .98 lift coefficient at zero speed.
Excellent Solution for the 40-60m Market
The e-FIN is Quantum’s first fully-electric stabilizer system. The e-FIN is considerably more efficient than a traditional hydraulic system, with low heat generation.
A Sustainable Solution to Power Stabilizers
The F45 electric/hydraulic hybrid power system features up to 80% power savings in underway and 60% in Zero Speed mode. Its proprietary flywheel technology delivers remarkable energy buffering, leading to power and fuel savings.
