1. A few valves on the valve chest of a bilge pump, on the suction side, need urgent repair/renewal. Write a letter to the owner asking for spares, clearly indicating the type of valve, the components required and the approximate time for the repair. 2. Suggest some means of aligning a pump and its drive […]
CPP systems are used in various merchant vessels. They have advantage of good maneuverability. But if this system fails, then it might create lot of problems. In many ships having this arrangement steering gear is not present. So, if it fails then it is very difficult to steer the ship. CPP system uses the hydraulic oil to change […]
I was having a conversation with my husband the other day, as I turned 40. I was going to divulge in that…. it’s some feeling you see! Asked him if 40 was the new 20? He laughed saying, “If you are asking me how you look; then I would say 20, mentally may be 15!” […]
