If you are interested in shipping, you may have heard of the term “slow steaming”. But what does it mean and why is it important for shippers and carriers? In this blog post, we will explain what slow steaming is, how it affects the shipping industry, and what are its advantages and disadvantages. What is […]
Difference between RT flex and ME-C engines is discussed in this article, hope you will find it useful. If you are a marine engineer or a ship enthusiast, you might have heard of two types of low-speed engines that are widely used in modern ships: RT flex and ME-C engines. These engines are both based […]
Best Books For IMU CET EXAM 2023 Preparation have been given in this article, candidates appearing should first read the NCERT books nicely and then only refer these books. This list is not standard and based on the experiences of fellow students. Best Books For IMU CET EXAM 2023 Preparation The IMU CET (Indian Maritime […]
The Ticonderoga-class cruisers are among the most advanced warships in the world. They are equipped with the Aegis combat system, which can detect and track hundreds of targets simultaneously and launch missiles to intercept them. The Ticonderoga-class cruisers can perform a variety of missions, such as air defense, anti-submarine warfare, surface warfare, strike warfare, and […]
If you are interested in marine diesel engines, you might have come across the terms MC and MC-C engines. These are two types of engines developed by MAN B&W, a leading manufacturer of low-speed two-stroke engines for ships. But what is the difference between them, and why did MAN B&W introduce a new engine design? […]
Why are tie rods missing on the 4 Stroke engine? If you are familiar with the internal combustion engines, you might have noticed that some engines have tie rods and some don’t. Tie rods are long metal rods that connect the piston to the crankshaft. They are used to transfer the linear motion of the […]
In this article we will discuss about VLSFO effects while burning in the engine on ship. Very Low Sulfur Fuel Oil (VLSFO) is a new type of marine fuel that was introduced in January 2020 to comply with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulation that limits the sulfur content of ship fuels to 0.5 percent. […]
IMU CET 2023 Syllabus is mentioned here, and questions are asked from these kinds of topics in general. If students can study NCERT and follow these topics, then it will be very easy for them to score well. IMU CET 2023 Syllabus Here is the syllabus for the exam: PHYSICS Physics and Measurement, Thermodynamics Kinematics, […]
In this blog post, I will explain the difference between VIT and Super VIT in an engine. VIT stands for Variable Injection Timing, which is a method of adjusting the fuel injection timing to improve the thermal efficiency and reduce the specific fuel oil consumption of an engine. Super VIT is a type of VIT […]
IMU CET 2023 Exam Pattern is discussed in this article thoroughly, the idea is to make students accustomed to the pattern so that they can prepare best for this exam. IMU CET 2023 Exam Pattern The IMU CET Exam mostly consists of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). The exam lasts for three hours, and candidates are […]