Introduction to ship engine room systems / Alexander Arnfinn Olsen.
| Author/creator | Olsen, Alexander Arnfinn |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | New York : Routledge, 2023. |
| Description | pages cm |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Taylor & Francis eBooks |
| Subjects |
| Contents | STEERING AND PROPULSION SYSTEMS: Rudder and Steering Gear -- Propeller Design and Function -- Introduction to the Main Engine -- Key Components of the Main Engine -- Main Engine Pre-Start Checks and Monitoring -- Slow Steaming and Economic Fuel Consumption -- Exhaust Gas System and Scrubbers -- Engine Room Lubrication Systems -- Basic Engine Room Machinery Maintenance and Troubleshooting -- Mechanical Measuring Tools and Gauges -- POWER GENERATION: Marine Diesel Generators -- Marine Electrical Systems -- Electrical Distribution Systems and Redundancy -- Air Compressor -- HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING: Marine Boiler -- Central Cooling System -- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning -- WATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS: Ballast Water Management -- Oily Water Management -- Wastewater Management -- Freshwater Generation -- Pipes, Tubes and Bends -- ENGINE ROOM FIRES AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE: General Emergency Drills, Alarms and Emergency Systems -- Engine Room Explosions and Fires -- Engine Room Drills, Firefighting Procedures and Equipment -- Engine Room Flooding -- ENGINE ROOM WATCH PROCEDURES: Engine Room Watch Procedures -- Engine Room Logbook Entries and Checklists. |
| Abstract | "Introduction to Ship Engine Room Systems outlines the key systems, machinery and equipment found in a ship's engine room. It covers the basics of their function with overall practical guidance for engine room operation and maintenance, recognising emerging environmental challenges. It serves as an introduction for engineering students at HNC, HND and foundation degree level and marine engineering cadets, as well as a useful guide for deck officers and cadets who want a general appreciation of how the engine room functions"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2022039597 |
| ISBN | 9781032342276 (paperback) |
| ISBN | 9781032342283 (hardback) |
| ISBN | (ebook) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |