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The Worlds First Autonomous Ship Has Finished Its First Run in Japan
The demonstration test of the world’s first fully autonomous ship navigation system was successfully carried…
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Pacific International Lines (PIL)’s Entire Fleet To Be Installed With VSAT
Singapore-based shipping company Pacific International Lines (PIL) is setting up satellite communication, or VSAT, on…
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The Biggest Aircraft Carrier
The biggest aircraft carrier in the US Navy is the Nimitz CVN-68 aircraft carrier. It…
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Concrete Platforms/Gravity Platforms
Concrete Structures are purely composed of concrete and is considered the safest mode of offshore…
What is Sextant?
The sextant is an instrument used to measure angles. Mainly used at sea, the tool…
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Marine Engine Firing Order
Introduction to Marine Diesel Firing Order Marine main diesel engines can be two stroke or…
What Are The Duties Of A Ship’s Lookout?
A lookout is a person at the ship’s bridge who maintains a continuous watch of…
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7 Responsibilities of Deck Officer When Ship Is At Anchorage
The operation of a vessel out in the untamed seas is a very multifaceted activity…
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Different Ways To Reduce Ship Propeller Vibrations And Increase Its Efficiency
As a ship designer, you tend to seek ‘that’ optimal design, a machine/part which gives…
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How does a ship propeller work?
For vehicles running on land, the propelling system which drives them is different. In those…
How to Use a Compass
Finding your campsite, a spectacular viewpoint or your way back out of the wilderness won’t…
🚢 How They Built the Biggest Ship in the World: The Seawise Giant 🌊🛠️
When we think of giant machines, most of us imagine airplanes or skyscrapers. But none…
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⚓ Life on a Merchant Navy Ship vs. a Cruise Ship: Which Is Better?
The sea life is a dream for many, but not all ships are the same.…
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The Engineering Behind Cruise Ships: Floating Cities on Water 🚢🏗️
Cruise ships are some of the most impressive feats of modern engineering. These massive vessels…
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How Automation and Robotics Are Transforming Marine Engineering
Introduction 🌊🚢 The marine industry has long been driven by technological advancements, but automation and…
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How Ship Cooling Systems Prevent Engine Overheating 🚢🔥
Large ship engines generate massive amounts of heat while operating, and without proper cooling, they…
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The Working of Turbochargers in Marine Engines 🚢⚙️
Marine engines power massive cargo ships, tankers, and naval vessels, but their efficiency and performance…
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How Ancient Mariners Navigated Without GPS or Compasses ⛵🌍
Before the invention of GPS, radar, and even magnetic compasses, ancient mariners successfully navigated across…
What Happens When a Ship Loses Power in the Middle of the Ocean? 🚢⚡
A ship losing power in the middle of the ocean is a serious emergency, potentially…
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The Engineering Genius Behind the Panama and Suez Canals 🌎🚢
The Panama and Suez Canals are two of the greatest engineering marvels in history, transforming…
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The Ultimate Marine Engineering Glossary: Terms You Must Know 🚢⚙️
Marine engineering is a complex and fascinating field, involving ship design, propulsion systems, fluid dynamics,…