Read about the various applications of computers on board a modern ship in cargo loading operations, satellite communication and accounting packages. …
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Continue ReadingR/Vs or Research Vessels are not a single type of ship but this definition covers a wide variety of ships used to explore the ocean floors, detect …
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Continue ReadingDrilling oil from the ocean bed is tough but installing a drilling structure amid the vast ocean is even tougher. Once the site for drilling is …
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Continue ReadingThis article explains what forging is and its uses and applications. The content also focuses on the different methods of forging like open or closed …
Continue ReadingWelding is an ancient art which has been in use since the bronze age. It produces a secure, strong joint that is stronger than other methods of …
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Continue ReadingEngineering properties are modified by heat treatment processes so that structural components are able withstand specified operating conditions and …
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