Navy Chief Engineer Duties Explained
It is important for new marine engineers to know about the duties and responsibilities of the chief engineer when they reach the highest level of …
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OPERATING 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 ReadingPropulsor Types and Definition - Learn About the Various Types of Propulsion Systems Used on Board Ships
Other than fixed pitch propellers, what other types or propulsors are used on modern ships?
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 …
Continue ReadingITTC School & Reynold Number Theory - Calculation of Total Resistance to Ship Motion
Learn about an innovative technique of calculating total resistance to ship motion.
Continue ReadingOverhauling 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 …
Continue ReadingSuperheated Steam Water Tube Marine Boilers
Steamships normally have two high pressure superheated steam boilers driving the turbines, either two drums one above the other or three drums with …
Continue ReadingA Cog Ship Explained
Cogs were extensively used in the middle ages. Find out more about the construction of these beautiful marine vessels in the article inside.
Continue ReadingAncient Egyptian Boats : Feluccas
Feluccas are traditional Egyptian boats that are still used in many parts of the world. Feluccas, a single masted sail boat, is the only type of boat …
Continue ReadingChinese Junk Sail Boat Explained
Learn about a type of traditional Chinese boat that is still used today. However, don’t go by the name. Junks are supposed to be the most …
Continue ReadingDesigning Ship Hull - What is M-Hull?
M Hull Technology is a new M shaped innovative hull technology that uses an air cushion to reduce the drag for increasing the vessel’s …
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