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Air in Motion
FLIGHT BEGINS WITH AIR IN MOTION As an airplane moves through the air, its wings cause changes in the speed…
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Aerodynamics of automobiles
Automobiles started using aerodynamic body shapes in the early part of their history. As engines became more powerful and cars…
Aerodynamics 5 min read
What Is Aerodynamics?
Aerodynamics is the study of how gases interact with moving bodies. Because the gas that we encounter most is air,…
Aerodynamics 7 min read
Introduction to Aerodynamics
Flying… still kind of magic every time. The math describing Fluid Dynamics was extensively studied and eventually written down in a…
General Concepts 2 min read
How to Measure Cylinder Liner Bore Wear?
Cylinder liner ovality has to be gauged at regular intervals as specified in the maintenance manual. The records of gauging…
General Concepts 4 min read
Reasons for Cylinder Liner Wear and Ways to Measure it
All types of ship machines and parts get worn out due to continuous usage and working. Proper maintenance and routine…
General Concepts 3 min read
How is Marine Engine Repair Done On board a Ship?
Marine Engine Repair is one of the most important tasks carried on board a ship. It involves repairing and carrying…
General Concepts 3 min read
What are Breaking-In and Running-In in Marine Diesel Engines?
One cannot imagine a ship unequipped with marine engines as they are responsible for propulsion and power generation for the…
General Concepts 3 min read
The Most Popular Marine Propulsion Engines in the Shipping Industry
Marine engines are one of the biggest and expensive engines in the world. It requires great engineering skills and resources…
General Concepts 2 min read
Why 2-stroke Engines are Used More commonly than 4-stroke on Ships?
When a ship is being constructed in a shipyard, the most important machinery that is to be selected is the…
General Concepts 4 min read
Procedure for Removing Main Bearing of MAN B&W MC-C Engine
Efficient maintenance of main engine of the ship ensures smooth running, higher efficiency, and minimum breakdown. Main bearing of the…
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Jack Bolts for Marine Engine and the Procedure for Tensioning
Bending stress is one of the major reasons for failure or cracks in the ship’s Main engine support girders of…
