Tag: marine engineering
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Form Coefficients of Ship – Block, Midship, Waterplane and Prismatic Coefficient
Coefficients of Form – Ship’s Block, Midship, Waterplane and Prismatic Coefficient Introduction Form coefficients of ship refer to coefficients that explain the shape of a vessel through a dimensionless unit. In this article, we shall look at five constants that all naval architects and marine personnel have heard of at some point in their careers.…
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The CII (Carbon Intensity Indicator) explained in 6 minutes
The CII (Carbon Intensity Indicator) explained in 6 minutes – Nautilus Shipping Introduction The International Maritime Organisation is a United Nations agency that adopts and develops regulations to ensure that international shipping is safe, secure and pollution-free. One of its goals is to ensure that international shipping takes active measures to meet the United Nations…
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What is Cathodic Protection? Types of cathodic protection
What is Cathodic Protection? Types of cathodic protection Introduction Corrosion is a perennial problem for metals exposed to corroding elements such as seawater and chemicals. In shipping, if corrosion is allowed unabated development, it can lead to a quick erosion of metals in critical locations. As a result, staying on top of corrosion problems from…
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What is Methane Slip in LNG Engines? Causes and Solutions
Methane Slip | Definition, Causes and How to Reduce Introduction The maritime industry has been moving towards greener shipping to reduce its carbon footprint for some time now. Along the way, we have seen many initiatives that can help us reduce our emissions by using cleaner fuel more efficiently. Some of these include shifting to…
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Engine Connecting Rod | Types, Parts, Materials, and Stresses Explained
IC Engine Connecting Rod Introduction The connecting rod is one of the most critical components in an internal combustion diesel engine. It is under constant stress whether the engine is running or not and thus, requires extremely careful design, manufacturing, operation and maintenance for a long and incident-free service life. In this article, we provide…
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Marine Propulsion Systems | Definition, Types and Uses Explained
Marine Propulsion Systems | Definition, Types and Uses Explained Introduction Marine propulsion refers to the methods of propelling ships through the water. We have come a long way since we first started exploring the seas through paddles and oars. Today, we have many different types of propulsion systems. In this article, we will give a…
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A Beginner’s Guide to Marine Engine Power and Efficiency Terminology
Marine Engine Power and Efficiency Terminology | Indicated Power | Brake Power | Mechanical Efficiency | Thermal Efficiency Marine engine terms for power Indicated power Brake power Friction power Shaft power Indicated Power (IP) Definition This is the total power produced by an internal combustion engine in its cylinders in one cycle. When the fuel…
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What is a Marine Engineer? Job Description, Qualification, Salary & more
What is a Marine Engineer? Job description, Qualifications, Salary & more Introduction We don’t hear a lot about marine engineering because we don’t come across marine engineers very often. In this article, we shall give you a complete rundown of this profession. We will talk about the different aspects such as job description, qualifications, salary…
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MAN B&W Engine Nomenclature explained
MAN B&W Engine Nomenclature Introduction MAN B&W engine nomenclature can be difficult to understand and thus, difficult to recall. But once we are familiar with the concept behind it, we can understand crucial details about any engine within a fraction of a second. And so, today, we shall attempt to understand the nomenclature rules behind…
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Types of Boilers Explained
29 Types of Boilers Explained Introduction Denis Papin developed the first boiler in 1679 and since then, it has only increased in capacity and complexity. Today, we have many different types of boilers for different applications. In this article, we simplify the various types of boilers for a better understanding of this indispensable piece of…