Ship Motions – A Complete Guide When a ship is on the high seas, it is subject to tremendous forces from all directions. Whether it is wave loads, structural stresses, wind forces, or turning forces, the ship must be able to withstand all of these loads and stresses. The first step to dealing with these […]
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Explanation of the Leeward and Windward Sides of Ships Wind plays a vital role in sailing. In the Age of Navigation, which lasted nearly 400 years, wind was the main force that propelled ships (from commercial to military). Although the wind’s effect on sailing ships as the basis of propulsion has been replaced by mechanical
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What is the difference between a nautical mile and a statute mile? Whether measuring distances on land, in the air, or at sea, having accurate units is crucial. We are all familiar with the common land mile, but many people are not aware of another unit of measurement used in navigation and aviation: the nautical
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The marine boiler produces steam and has been used since the days of steamships, and is still used today. It uses the heat generated by the ship’s engines and machinery to boil water at extremely high temperatures and pressures to produce water vapor. This steam is used in various facilities on board ships that use
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How does a steam engine work? When it was invented? Steam engines played a fundamental role in shaping the modern world. They were the first type of widely used engine. Thomas Newcomen invented them in 1705 and significantly improved them in 1769 with the help of James Watt (whom we think of every time we
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The Zeroth Law of Thermodynamics The ocean, covering over 70% of Earth’s surface, is a dynamic system where heat, energy, and temperature shape everything from global climate to marine ecosystems. At the heart of understanding these thermal processes lies thermodynamics, the science of energy and heat. Among its foundational principles, the Zeroth Law of Thermodynamics
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A Complete Guide to Marine Traffic Tracking Technology and AIS Data When it comes to collecting vessel information for maritime solutions, we’ve discussed marine traffic tracking technology and AIS data. It’s an important part of situational awareness – providing rich information for things like port monitoring and vessel route optimization. But we thought we’d break
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For weather decks on a ship, drainage is very important. Any form of water accumulation can cause various problems, from sinking to interference with other entities, structures, equipment or machinery. The main deck or weather deck is provided with gutters or drains to drain water. However, the requirement is higher when the ship is arranged
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What is a deck ship and what is its purpose? The deck ship is an important part of the structure. It is a flat structure located above the bottom of the hull’s interior, used to cover the interior space of the ship and layer it horizontally. The deck is a steel plate on the ship’s
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Components of an Anchor Windlass When it comes to anchoring a ship, one of the most crucial pieces of equipment on board is the anchor windlass. This powerful mechanical device not only ensures that anchors can be easily deployed and retrieved but also plays a critical role in the overall safety and efficiency of maritime
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