Introduction to Marine Engineering
eBook - PDF

Introduction to Marine Engineering

  1. 368 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

Introduction to Marine Engineering

About this book

Introduction to Marine Engineering discusses machineries and related equipment in ships. The book first gives an introduction to the kinds of ships and their machineries. The manuscript also discusses diesel engines. Gas exchange process; power measurement; compositions of two-stroke and four-stroke cycle diesel engines; starting air system; turning gear; and common marine diesel engines are described. The text also highlights steam turbines and boilers. Turbine construction, gearing, boiler arrangements, boiler operation, and coal-fired boilers are discussed. The book also looks at feed systems, pumps and pumping systems, fuel and lubricating oils and their treatment, air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration. The text also describes deck machinery and hull equipment. Hydraulic systems, electrical operation, anchor and cargo handling equipment, hatch covers, bow thruster, and safety equipment are considered. The book also discusses shafting and propellers, steering gear, firefighting equipment and strategy, and safe working practices. The text further looks at electrical equipment in ships. Alternating current motors and generators, direct current generators, navigation lights, batteries, and emergency generator supply are discussed. The book is a vital source of information for those interested in marine engineering.

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Table of contents

  1. Front Cover
  2. Introduction to Marine Engineering
  3. Copyright Page
  4. Preface
  5. Table of Contents
  6. Acknowledgements
  7. Chapter 1. Ships and machinery
  8. Chapter 2. Diesel engines
  9. Chapter 3. Steam turbines and gearing
  10. Chapter 4. Boilers
  11. Chapter 5. Feed systems
  12. Chapter 6. Pumps and pumping systems
  13. Chapter 7. Auxiliaries
  14. Chapter 8. Fuel oils, lubricating oils and their treatment
  15. Chapter 9. Refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation
  16. Chapter 10. Deck machinery and hull equipment
  17. Chapter 11. Shafting and propellers
  18. Chapter 12. Steering gear
  19. Chapter 13. Fire fighting and safety
  20. Chapter 14. Electrical equipment
  21. Chapter 15. Instrumentation and control
  22. Chapter 16. Engineering materials
  23. Chapter 17. Watchkeeping and equipment operation
  24. Appendix
  25. Index