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Blending of Coals in Power Stations

Categories : Energy & power plants

Coal blending in power stations is mainly adopted to reduce the cost of generation and increase the availability of coal. The low-grade coals can be …

Specialized Bearings - Thrust Ball Bearings

Categories : Machine and mechanism design

This article is for all budding engineers and for those who would like to know more about thrust ball bearings. Here we deal with the constructional, …

Specialized Bearings - Thrust Roller Bearings

Categories : Machine and mechanism design

This article is for all budding engineers and for those who would like to know more about thrust cylindrical roller bearings. This article deals with …

Biggest Cruise Ship in the World: Oasis of the Seas Makes the Titanic Look Small

Categories : Life at sea

A 1181 feet long cruise ship that is almost ready to set sail. Currently under construction, It would be the biggest and costliest ship ever made in …

Bolts and Screws. What are Bolts? What are Screws

Categories : Machine and mechanism design

Bolts and screws are commonly used fasteners to keep the machine parts together. There are many different types of bolts and screws – varying types …

Old Ships - the Star of India - The Oldest Sailing ship that can Still Sail

Categories : Marine history

An antique ship that stands tall and proud amongst its modern counterparts. A ship more than 100 years old that sails strong even in the harshest …

Communication technology and computer applications - latest modern technology and its use on board ships

Categories : Marine machinery, engines & controls

Read about the various applications of computers on board a modern ship in cargo loading operations, satellite communication and accounting packages. …