ANTI-FOULING DEVICE

摘要

The invention relates to a device for inhibiting the growth of organisms on a submerged surface of a body, such as a ship, which device comprises at least one direct current source and an anode and a cathode connected thereto for obtaining an electrolytic process, wherein neither the anode nor the cathode is connected to the submerged surface of the body. This means that - in contrast to the known anti-fouling system impressed in cooling water systems of ships - the body itself is not a cathode. The anti-fouling device according to the invention can therefore also be employed for polyester, wood and aluminium hulls of boats, yachts, sailing boats and the like.