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How Ship’s Purifiers Keep the Seas Clean: A Guide to Marine Pollution Control

5 Comments / Mechanical Engineering / By Admin

Introduction Ships play a vital role in transporting goods across the world. However, these vessels produce a significant amount of waste that needs to be managed correctly. One of the critical systems on board ships is the purifier, which is responsible for purifying the fuel and lube oils that power the engines. This article will …

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About Marine Engineering

13 Comments / Engine Department / By Ikenna Ebin

Marine Engineering is a field of engineering studies or a branch of engineering that combines the knowledge of mechanical engineering, electrical/electronics engineering, and naval architecture for the safe operation, maintenance, repairs, and fabrication of parts of a marine power plant, proportion, and other marine auxiliaries onboard a marine vessel or watercraft.

Top 5 Navigation Instruments Every Ship Bridge Should Have for Smooth Sailing

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Ship navigation is a complex and challenging task that requires a combination of skills, experience, and advanced technology. The navigation bridge is the nerve center of a ship, where the captain and the crew navigate the vessel through the water, avoiding obstacles and hazards, and ensuring safe and efficient passage.The top five navigational aids that …

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The Importance of Safe and Efficient Ship Bunkering Operations

3 Comments / Engine Department / By Admin

Ship bunkering is the process of supplying fuel to a ship. It is an essential aspect of maritime transportation that ensures the smooth operation of vessels at sea. Fuel is the lifeblood of any ship, and without it, a vessel cannot run. Therefore, it is vital to conduct ship bunkering operations in a safe and …

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GREASING THE WINDLASS AND MOORING WINCHES

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Depending on the size of a ship, its anchor could weigh 10 tons and above. A mechanical device known as the windlass is used for lowering or heaving this from the seabed. Windlasses cater to hoisting up varying loads with the help of gear and teeth arrangement. The significant parts of a windlass are the …

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TURBOCHARGERS IN MARINE DIESEL ENGINE

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The turbocharger consists of a single-stage axial-flow turbine and a centrifugal air compressor connected by a single rotor shaft supported on inboard bearings. Turbocharger bearings are lubricated by engine lubricating oil. Turbochargers are equipped with cleaning devices for the compressor side. The rotor shaft rpm . is measured by a speed transmitter system installed at …

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CARRIAGE OF CARGO ON BOARD SHIPS IN MERCHANT NAVY

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Carrying cargo onboard ships starts with loading the cargo at the load port or port of origin. Loading on a ship is a process where the cargo or goods required to be transported by ship from one place to another are placed on board. As there are various types of ships and innumerable types of …

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WOMEN IN MERCHANT NAVY

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In the 19th century, on some of the British sailing vessels that carried merchandise, the captain’s daughter or wife would sometimes become a stewardess aboard a ship. Her job could be any one of the following. Maintain and keep financial and inventory records, cook, serve meals and clean the living quarters. Women came into the …

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RANK OF JUNIOR ETO

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Most ETOs initially join as Junior Marine Electricians, Cadets Electrical, and Assistant Marine Electricians are lower seafarer ranks than Chief Marine Electricians and Electro-Technical Officers. With time and experience at sea, they work their way up the career ladder as they gain more experience in jobs at sea. Great working knowledge on English is fundamental …

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WHAT DO YOU UNDERSTAND BY WORKING ALOFT?

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Considering the height of a ship from the hull to the highest point of the ship, it is essential to know or have a basic knowledge before carrying out any work that requires climbing or any work that requires you to stay above the deck with a stage or ladder.Working Aloft simply means working or …

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FIRST TIME ONBOARD| WHAT YOU NEED TO DO

3 Comments / Travel With Mariner / By Ikenna Ebin

Onboard a ship is a working environment full of many dangers that may lead to or cause accidents, resulting in loss of human life, pollution of the environment, and loss of property. This is why safety is essential for a ship’s worker or crew. It is required that every crew onboard knows and understands the …

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