Tag: #marinepropulsionsystem
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EK General Jul 2024 (Q3)
With reference to propeller shaft support bearings: (a) Describe, with the aid of a sketch, the operation of a tilting pad shaft bearing, indicating how the oil pressure is distributed (b) Explain why this type of bearing evolved, stating its advantages over plain bearings Jul 2024 (Q3)
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EK General Dec 2022 (Q1)
(a) Describe the properties of EACH of the following alloys used in marine engineering, giving a practical example for which EACH are suited: (i) Cupro-nickel (2) (ii) White metal (2) (iii) Titanium (2) (b) Discuss the merits of EACH of the following alloys for use in the casting of large propellers: (i) Nickel aluminum bronze.…
UKM Tuticorin 