What does DWT weight stand for?
Deadweight seems to be a bit deadly definition but actually it has nothing to do with a corpse or something. It is a measure of the ship carrying …
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About a Research Ship: Different types of ships
Can a ship perform a somersault when at sea? No, we are not talking about a recreational mode of entertainment but an unusual oceanographic instrument …
Continue ReadingCargo Ship Plans: How much cargo can a cargo ship carry?
This article provides a useful and interesting insight about the formulation of cargo ship plans and will be of interest both for marine students as …
Continue ReadingTypes of Sailing Ships - What are Slippery Ships?
A new way to make ships faster and more fuel efficient. Slippery ships use air cavity system to glide on a layer of air reducing the drag, and thus …
Continue ReadingFerry Boat Design - Types of ships: What is a Ferry boat?
Is there a ship that can be used for multiple purposes? A ship that can be easily accustomed to the requirement on hand. Let’s take a look at …
Continue ReadingWhy is sea water salty ?
Have you ever thought why the sea water is salty and fresh water not? What is it that makes the sea water salty? There is more than one reason that …
Continue ReadingWhere is the suez canal located and what is its significance to shipping trade?
Wondering how a canal can connect The East and The West part of the world…? Get to know about the suez canal, its construction,location, …
Continue ReadingAdvanced propulsion engines: What are Azimuth Thrusters?
A step forward in the domain of propulsion system, azimuth thrusters are speedily replacing conventional forms of propulsion mechanism. A sneak peak …
Continue ReadingBoat bow thrusters - Uses in marine vessels, ships and boats.
For efficient maneuverability of a ship, the propulsion system is not enough. Today, every ship is provided with bow thrusters to ensure fine …
Continue ReadingPanama Canal Facts: How does the Panama Canal work?
The Panama canal is an engineering wonder constructed between the North & South America. Know the layout of the canal, how the ships get lifted-up …
Continue ReadingRemotely Operated Vehicle Robots - A Unique and Different Type of Ships
ROV is an underwater operated vehicle that is controlled remotely from a vessel or shore. ROVs have changed the way underwater exploration is carried …
Continue ReadingTypes of Sailing Ships - Submarine: Understanding the underwater watercraft
Everyone is familiar with the name Submarine. Everyone also knows what is it all about. But in this article we will unearth the technical aspects of a …
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