What is Ship Launching?
Ship launching is a highly detail-driven and extremely labor-intrinsic division falling under the entire process of ship construction. To this day, there are only four mainly available and extensively used […]
Marine Engineering
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How Do Boiler And Steam Systems Work On Ships?
A boiler, in a simple and broad sense, is a large container used to boil off water and create steam. On ships, the boiler utilizes the heat generated by the […]
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Shipbuilding Process: All Stages From Design To Sea Trials
Shipbuilding is a detailed process that involves the complex design and production aspects. There are a set of stages followed by designers during the design stage and the shipyard during […]
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What Are Boiler Mountings And Accessories?
Have you ever wondered what are the different equipment attached to a boiler to keep it running safely and efficiently? Well, those are what we call boiler accessories and boiler […]
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What Are Exhaust Gas Boilers And Economizers?
In order to utilize the waste heat or exhaust gas that is coming from the main engine, exhaust gas economizers are built and are located after the turbocharger. The exhaust […]
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How Does A Marine Gearbox Work?
The marine gearbox is almost similar to what we can find in automobiles. As the name suggests, it is housed in an enclosed metal box. Marine gearboxes are commonly mounted […]
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What is a Marine Engine Bedplate? Construction Explanation
Bedplates are the one that supports the whole weight of the engine. It is located at the lowermost part of the engine and takes most of the load when it […]
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The Gulf Of Mexico Oil Spill And Fire
Throughout history, man has used ocean resources to supplement those found on land. From the relentless hunt for the giant whales found in the frigid zones of the poles to […]
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What Is A Mooring Winch On A Ship And How Does It Work?
Do ships have parking brakes? Of course, they do! Ships cannot be secured at the pier without mooring winches. These mooring winches are like a car parking brake- hold the […]
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Deck Machinery In Ship – Types And Use Onboard
Have you ever seen a ship? Have you ever wondered what the heavy equipment mounted on it? Well, they are known as deck machinery. This article will help you answer […]