Electric propulsion technology changes the way a ship transmits power from the main engine (prime mover) to the propeller and the way it manages and distributes electrical power to... Read more
electrical power system on board a ship range from engine room pumps and fans, deck winches and windlasses to general lighting, catering and air-conditioning. Electrical pow... Read more
To ensure that electrical supplies are available to emergency and safety systems, in the event of a main power failure, an emergency generator and associated emergency switchboard... Read more
What is MCC on ship The motor control centre consolidates all the motor controlling equipment for all the major motors on board the vessel. Over-current and overload protection is... Read more
This is one of the greatest discoveries of all time where electrical energy – the easiest way to transfer power over great distances, is obtained from mechanical energ... Read more
Overheating problem on Ship Extremes of temperature will affect the performance and the effective life of any electrical apparatus. Devices which depend on electromagnetic operatio... Read more
Ship Rolling problem In order to reduce end-play and avoid hammering during rolling, machines should be installed with their axis of rotation either vertical or in the fore and aft... Read more
Primary Essential Services are those which need to be in continuous operation for maintaining propulsion and steering. Some of them are as follows: 1) Steering gears. 2) Pumps for... Read more
A system diagram shows the main features of a system and its bounds, without necessarily showing cause-to-effect. Its main use is to illustrate the ways of operating the system. De... Read more
Ship diagrams are used to accurately portray the electrical system. Over the years, many techniques have been used to simplify the diagram for the reader. These attempts oft... Read more
