Reverse Osmosis Water Generation System on Ships
We have learnt in the earlier articles about different types of filtration including membrane filtration as well as Reverse Osmosis. In this article …
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Roughness Of Hull Surface Explained
This article deals with how and on what factors the value of resistance depends.
Continue ReadingScale Formation In The Boiler
In this article we will see the scale formation in boilers and how to tackle it
Continue ReadingSecond marine engineer - Duties and responsibilities explained
Learn about the duties expected of a 2nd Engineer on ship
Continue ReadingSecond marine engineer duties upon joining
Let us discuss about the procedure for taking over as 2nd engineer in a different ship as you just sign-in and the duties to be performed as you take …
Continue ReadingSome of the Operational faults during starting and running in marine engines
Let us discuss some of the operational faults which occur in the marine diesel engine during the starting and running of the main engine
Continue ReadingThe Refining of Natural Gas
The gas will have been partially processed offshore on the production platform, the extent of which will depend upon the gas processing equipment …
Continue ReadingUnderstanding Overspeed Trips
All the engines on board a ship needs to be run in a particular speed range. Any deviation from this speed range might damage the engine completely. …
Continue ReadingAircraft Carriers: Aircraft Carrier Design and Personnel
Aircraft carriers are ships that transport aircraft around the world. This article describes what an aircraft carrier is, who the personnel are on an …
Continue ReadingCentrifugal Pump, Cavitation, Implosion, Net Positive Suction Head
This article explains the operational and maitenance problems for centrifugal oumps in general and cavitation problem in particular. Causes of and …
Continue ReadingConstruction and Working of Outboard Motor
Everyone of us must have seen boats being propelled by small motors that are attached at their back. This small motor is known as outboard motor.In …
Continue ReadingDealing with Medical Emergencies aboard Merchant Ships
Working on a ship can involve a substantial amount of risk to a seafarer’s life. Numerous hazardous agents on a ship can be risky and even life …
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