South Australia’s Wonky Borders
Surveyors in the 1800s did not have the ease of transport and advanced technology enjoyed by surveyors today. Not only did they have limited resources to work with, they were…
Why is an Air Ejector Used On Ships?
Air ejectors on a ship help in removing air blocks from the ship's feed water system. There are several types of air ejectors used on ships. The article describes as…
Marine Boilers – A General Overview
One of the most important items of equipment aboard ships, boilers are used for numerous purposes. This article describes the construction and working of a marine boiler. Whether it is…
How to Choose a Main Engine for Your Ship?
We all know that the heart of the ship is its main engine.A ship cannot run without its main engine. But how can we say that a particular engine is…
Calculating Fluid Jets for Nozzles and Mouthpieces
The article discusses expressions that are generally useful for determining the various factors involved with fluid flow through nozzles and orifices. The practical relevance is also demonstrated through an experiment.…
Putting the theory to the test at the University of Newcastle
It’s one thing to be taught the theory behind surveying – it’s another to be out there in the field putting theory into practice! That’s just what some of the…
Resurfacing of Bronze Rudders and Propellers
Resurfacing of bronze rudders and propellers is required after the boat has been subjected to the ravages of seawater immersion. This causes several types of corrosion that along with flow…
Making the most of surveying work experience
With so many options facing school students as they decide what they would like to specialise in after they finish school, work experience can be a terrific way to help…
Listen Up! The Field Book is On the Air
There are many resources that surveyors can draw on, but nothing beats the advice and knowledge of a fellow surveyor. That’s the bread and butter of Australia’s foremost, and perhaps…
How far surveying can lead
If the surveyor’s role is to define the boundaries of our physical world, what happens if the boundaries of the planet itself keep on shifting? That’s a question that’s raised…
