A Water Generator - Basket Type Steam Evaporators
This article explains the operation of the Basket Type Steam Evaporators based on principle of brisk boiling of water. The vapor may carry salt water …
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Marine Machinery, Engines & Controls
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Different Types of Marine Boilers Auxiliaries
Marine boilers auxiliaries include the boiler control system, forced draught fans, de-superheater, fuel oil pumps, heaters and filters, exhaust gas …
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Bulk Carrier Inspection in Critical Areas ,in Cargo Holds & Factors Responsible for Bulk carrier Casualities
The very nature of the cargoes carried by bulkers makes bulk carrier inspection in critical areas mandatory; especially where high tensile steel …
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Effects of leakage in the valves of compressor
In this article let us see what are the effects caused due to leakage in suction valve and discharge valve of compressor .
Continue ReadingLargest Piston Engine - Learn about the Pistons of some of the Biggest Engines
The piston of a large marine diesel engine consists of the piston crown and the piston skirt. The crown is cast from special alloys to cope with the …
Continue ReadingMain engine troubleshooting - Why does the engine not start?
In this article let us discuss the possible cause for not firing when the starting lever of main engine is pulled .
Continue ReadingOPERATING TROUBLE :MAIN ENGINE TURNS OVER ON COMPRESSED AIR BUT RECEIVES NO FUEL CHARGE
In this article let us discuss the trouble shooting of the main engine when it turns on compressed air but receives no fuel charge to start
Continue ReadingOperating troubles :MAIN ENGINE CYLINDERS DO NOT FIRE OR INDIVIDUAL CYLINDER DO NOT FIRE.
In this article let us see the trouble shooting of why main engine cylinder does not fire and what are the causes?
Continue ReadingControl - Routine Check of Drives and Procedure Codes for Routine Examination of Ship's Machinery
The main engine and the steering engine are located aft and far from the bridge and controlled by a maze of wires, pipes, machines, and electronic …
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Overhauling Centrifugal Pumps - Procedure to Dismantle and Inspect These Pumps
Centrifugal pumps have been used in industry for a hundred and fifty years or more. They are used to convert the energy from the pump driver to …
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