Overview of Maritime Hydraulic Systems Maritime hydraulic systems are essential for the efficient operation of various machinery on ships and vessels. They leverage the power of fluid mechanics to transmit […]
Propeller pitch affects a boat’s speed by determining how far the boat moves with each revolution of the propeller. Learn more from types to speed!
Propeller cavitation is a phenomenon that can cause significant damage to a ship’s propeller and reduce its overall efficiency.
Understand Boil-off Gas (BOG) in the maritime sector, its science, management, and role in shaping the future of sustainable shipping.
Explore the integral role of the crankcase in engine operation. Understand this vital engine component from its anatomy to common issues.
The Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) is a measure of how efficiently a ship transports goods or passengers and is given in grams of CO2 emitted per cargo-carrying capacity and nautical […]
Dual-fuel engines have become increasingly popular in the shipping industry due to their ability to use two different types of fuel. These engines can operate on both traditional fossil fuels, […]
Slop tanks are an important component of ships and oil refineries. These tanks are designed to store the residual oil and sludge generated during the cleaning of cargo tanks. Slop […]
A bollard is a short, sturdy, vertical post that is used in a variety of maritime applications. Originally used for mooring boats, bollards are now also used to control road […]
Boat thrusters are an essential piece of equipment for any boat owner or operator. Thrusters are used to control the movement and direction of a boat in tight spaces, such […]