Electric propulsion of ships is dominated by Electric Propulsion Technologies(VFD) technology based on power electronics converters. The VFD converts the fixed line frequency power... 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
Ship distribution system The main elements of a marine distribution system are the main and emergency switchboards, power panels / boards, motor controllers, lighting and small pow... Read more
Number of wires on ship power system Modem merchant vessels usually use alternating current systems classified as three-phase three-wire insulated neutral systems, of three-phase f... 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 energy which... 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
Secondary Essential Services These are important users that need not be in continuous operation; however they are necessary to maintain propulsion and steering, including a minimum... Read more
