http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine.aspxenhttp://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/57371.aspxFri, 27 Nov 2009 03:03:01 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:57371raunekkDhows are ancient Arabic boats that were used for fishing and commercial activities. Generally found in the middle east, dhows are double masted boats with triangular sails. Find out more here. Introduction History of marine navigation and naval architecture has been quite impressive even since the ancient times. We have been learning about the var...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/57370.aspxFri, 27 Nov 2009 02:37:12 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:57370raunekkLearn about a type of traditional Chinese boat that is still used today. However, don't go by the name. Junks are supposed to be the most successful ancient boat. Find out more about this very useful boat in the article inside. Introduction Junks are ancient Chinese sail boats that are still widely used in many countries around the world. Havin...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/57368.aspxFri, 27 Nov 2009 02:13:00 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:57368raunekkClinker construction is an ancient method of constructing ship hull that is still used today. Find out more about this unique construction method in the article inside. Introduction Clinker construction is an ancient method used for constructing boat hulls by overlapping the wooden planks along their edges. It is said that vikings, explorers and pi...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/57367.aspxFri, 27 Nov 2009 01:57:26 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:57367raunekkFeluccas are traditional Egyptian boats that are still used in many parts of the world. Feluccas, a single masted sail boat, is the only type of boat that is still used extensively in Egypt. Learn more about the construction and working of these boats. Introduction After taking a look at various types of ancient boats such as bark boats , dugouts e...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/57366.aspxFri, 27 Nov 2009 01:39:28 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:57366raunekkM Hull Technology is a new M shaped innovative hull technology that uses an air cushion to reduce the drag for increasing the vessel's efficiency and speed. Find out more about this technology. Introduction In the last few years the ship building industry has seen a variety of new technologies entering the market. If observed carefully, it can ...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/57320.aspxThu, 26 Nov 2009 13:17:49 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:57320raunekkCogs were extensively used in the middle ages. Find out more about the construction of these beautiful marine vessels in the article inside. Introduction We have been learning about various types of ancient ships and boats in the past few articles and have looked at bark boats , coracles , rafts and dugouts . In this article we will study about ano...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/57204.aspxWed, 25 Nov 2009 09:05:27 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:57204Hiro1945Learn about a unique type of Fresh Water Generators in this article. These evaporators are self sustaining type and consume very less energy for water generation. Vapor Compression Distillation We have been learning about fresh water generators and the procedure to operate such an FWG. In this type of Fresh Water Generators, the evaporation takes p...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/57203.aspxWed, 25 Nov 2009 08:42:43 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:57203Hiro1945This article explains the operating principle of refrigeration systems based on vapor compression refrigeration system used on board ships, though these principles are equally applicable across the entire spectra of these equipments Introduction We have been studying about various types of marine systems used on board a ship including the propulsio...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/55883.aspxSat, 14 Nov 2009 10:12:31 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55883richardnauticalJust check out what is saturday routine and why is it carried out in ship? Introduction Life on a ship is little different from conventional life at land. Normally the weekends are meant for relaxation and enjoyment in a typical shore based office, but the same cannot be said to be totally true about ships. So when I mention the word "satu...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/55878.aspxSat, 14 Nov 2009 08:47:25 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55878bangor231146This article describes the auxiliaries mandatory to the efficient running of the steam turbine ship, and their location Marine Turbine Auxiliaries I have laid out the marine steam ship engineroom as I remember it when I was an engineer at sea . The turbines in the steam ships in operation were replaced by marine diesel main engines just after this,...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/55877.aspxSat, 14 Nov 2009 06:43:24 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55877bangor231146Learn about the use of steam turbines in the context of marine propulsion and their current status in the marine industry Introduction The marine steam turbine engines have largely been replaced by the more economical two stroke diesel engine , mainly for commercial reasons as the diesel engine is much more economical. Notwithstanding this there ar...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/55876.aspxSat, 14 Nov 2009 05:52:18 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55876Hiro1945Learn about a natural phenomenon which is used to purify water on board ships and other marine vessels, apart from land. Introduction Ships are always surrounded by literally unlimited quantity of water, except perhaps when undergoing drydock repairs . Since there are human beings on board on all types of ships , we certainly need drinking water on...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/51309.aspxFri, 13 Nov 2009 09:05:22 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:51309LakshminarasimhanDo you wonder how such a huge ship is able to move. Let us discuss the phenomenon behind ship movement Introduction A modern day ship consists of all the luxuries which can be imagined in a top rated hotel, but still the basics of propulsion remain the same, as perhaps they were when human beings started to cross the first small stream of water per...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/55524.aspxWed, 11 Nov 2009 07:52:03 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55524LakshminarasimhanIn this article we will discuss about the measurement of resistance in context of ship movement Introduction: In our previous article we have discussed about what is water resistance in context of ship motion and the types of resistance. We also carried out a mathematical analysis of propeller forces . Now we shall discuss about the measurement of ...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/55523.aspxWed, 11 Nov 2009 07:17:46 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55523richardnauticalLearn about the entries made in the engine room log book Introduction Record keeping is an important aspect of the life of a navigating officer as well as a marine engineer . There are various types of records which need to be maintained. From the perspective of the ship's engine room , the engineers need to keep a clear record of machinery paramet...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/55522.aspxWed, 11 Nov 2009 06:25:59 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55522richardnauticalWater is an important commodity out at sea and hence the F.W. generators need to be started as soon as the ship enters open sea. Find out the method of doing this Introduction A ship normally sails on long voyages and certainly drinking water is one of the most vital elements required on board. If you are thinking that this should not be a problem ...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/55520.aspxWed, 11 Nov 2009 05:44:06 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55520bangor231146A Tidal Barrage energy device is dependant on the flooding and ebbing of the tides around our coast. It consists of a barrage built across an estuary of known tidal range which allows the seawater to fill behind it at flood tide through gates, and empty at ebb tide via turbines driving generators. Marine Power at Our Service After taking a look at ...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/55466.aspxTue, 10 Nov 2009 17:37:36 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55466raunekkCanoe is a small ancient boat that is still used in many parts of the world. Mainly used for hunting and transportation purpose, this ancient boat was an integral part of early seafarer's day to day activities. Introduction In this series we have been taking a look at various boat categories and have studied about bark boats , dugouts , rafts a...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/55411.aspxTue, 10 Nov 2009 02:53:05 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:55411raunekkSupposed to be known as the best of prehistoric boats, dugouts were not only larger than other types of boats but also the most reliable ones. Find out more in the article inside. Introduction We have studied about various types of ships and different types of boats such as the skin boats , coracles and kayaks . In this article we will learn about ...http://www.brighthub.com/engineering/marine/articles/23302.aspxMon, 09 Nov 2009 07:27:37 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:23302zaidaysenMilitary ship design is an area of continuous implementation and research. The reason for the demand in the implementation and improvement of military ships is becoming more and more evident with war and national security being on the core national agenda of various governments worldwide. Introduction With the advent of war becoming more of a daily...