How to Prevent Crankcase Explosion on a Ship?
Crankcase explosion is one of the most dangerous reasons that can lead…
Procedure for Cross Head Bearing Removal of Marine Engine
It is very important in a large two stroke slow speed engine…
Methods to Measure Bearing Clearance
There are various types of methods adopted by different marine engine manufacturers…
Terms Associated with Turbocharger Surge
Surge pressure dip: The surge cycle has a specific pressure dip and if…
What is Turbocharger Surging?
Turbocharger is one of the most important parts of the main propulsion…
Breaking-In and Running-In in Marine Diesel Engines
One cannot imagine a ship unequipped with marine engines as they are…
How Massive Main Engines are Fitted in the Ship’s Engine Room?
A ship’s main engine is a massive structure with an average height…
Main Engine Performance Curve
After the building of the ship is complete and before handing over…
Excessive Loss of Water from Main Engine Fresh Water Expansion Tank
Water from the Main Engine fresh water expansion tank is used for…
8 Engine Terms Every Marine Engineer Should Know
1. Viscosity of Oils Viscosity of oil is defined as the ability of…


