engine control room
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What is UMS ship and Its SOLAS Requirement

What is UMS ship and what are its requirements? UMS stands for Unmanned Machinery Space, which means that the ship’s engine room does not require constant human supervision or attendance. UMS ships are designed to operate with automated systems that monitor and control the machinery, such as propulsion, power generation, ventilation, fire detection and suppression, […]

Methanol Fired Marine Diesel Engine
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Methanol Fired Engine by MAN 8G95ME-LGIM and Its Challenges

Methanol Fired Marine Diesel Engine. Methanol is a promising alternative fuel for marine applications, as it can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality. Methanol is also widely available, easy to handle, and compatible with existing infrastructure. However, methanol has some challenges, such as its low energy density, high toxicity, and low flash point. […]

Piston crack indication
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Piston crack indication in a marine diesel engine

Piston crack indication in a marine diesel engine. A piston crack is a serious defect that can affect the performance and reliability of a marine diesel engine. A piston crack can occur due to various factors, such as thermal stress, mechanical fatigue, improper installation, excessive load, or poor lubrication. A piston crack can lead to […]

FQS setting 2 stroke marine diesel engine, marina cop online application
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FQS setting 2 stroke marine diesel engine

FQS setting 2 stroke marine diesel engine. FQS stands for fuel quality setting, which is a parameter that determines the amount of fuel injected into the cylinder of a 2 stroke marine diesel engine. The FQS setting affects the engine performance, fuel consumption, emissions and maintenance requirements. The FQS setting is usually adjusted by changing […]

propeller, Tail Shaft Monitoring
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Tail Shaft Monitoring and Its requirements

Tail shaft monitoring is a system that enables operators to continuously observe and assess the condition of the tail shaft, which is the part of the propulsion system that connects the propeller to the engine. Tail shaft monitoring can help extend the interval between tail shaft surveys or withdrawals, which are mandatory inspections that ensure […]