Tag: #ukmmarineengineering
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EK Motor Dec 2022 (Q1)
Write a report to the engineering superintendent regarding the failure of a main crosshead engine fuel pump cam and follower where the damage was so severe that the normal pump lifting equipment could not be immediately fitted. The report must explain how the defect was detected, the immediate action taken. the rectifying action taken to…
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EK Motor Oct 2022 (Q9)
With reference to waste heat system generation systems: (a) describe, with the aid of a sketch, the water/steam circulation system for the waste heat recovery section; (5) (b) explain how the economiser circulation pumps are kept cool; (3) (c) describe how system steam pressure is maintained and the system operated when the associated diesel engine…
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EK Motor Oct 2022 (Q8)
With reference to diesel engine NOx emissions: (a) explain how NOx is formed during operation of the engine, indicating why the aim of high engine efficiency increases the problem; (6) (b) describe ONE external means by which diesel engine NOx emissions may be reduced in order to meet current regulations. (10) Oct 2022 (Q8)
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EK Motor Oct 2022 (Q7)
(a) Describe, with the aid of a sketch, a main engine and generator fuel system which has the capability of changing the generators from HO to MDO operation whilst maintaining circulation of HFO in the main engine system. (8) (b) Write instructions for the change of the generator engines to operation on MDO whilst keeping…
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EK Motor Oct 2022 (Q6)
(a) Describe, with the aid of a sketch, an engine cooling water waste heat recovery system for generating electricity, explaining how the system operates. (8) (b) Describe, with the aid of sketches if necessary, how waste heat recovered for diesel engine cooling water can be utilized throughout the ship for different heating purposes, explaining how…
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EK Motor Oct 2022 (Q5)
Q5 (a) Describe, with the aid of a sketch, a main engine starting air system, stating the safety devices which are incorporated. (8) (b) In the event of the main engine failing to turn over on air even though there was sufficient air pressure in the starting air receivers, explain the procedure for tracing the…
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EK Naval Dec 2022 (Q14)
Describe the items that should be inspected to ensure that the conditions of assignment of Load Line are satisfactorily complied with. (10) Dec 2022 (Q14)
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EK Naval Dec 2022 (Q13)
With reference to structural Fire protection in passenger ship accommodation spaces: (a) Define the meaning of Class A bulkheads, stating the requirements (4) (b) Discuss the design of ventilation systems to prevent the spread of smoke and fire (4) (c) Explain how the integrity of the bulkhead is retained, with respect to ventilation trunkings, where…
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EK Naval Dec 2022 (Q12)
(a) Sketch a method of attaching an anchor cable to a ship’s structure, showing how the cable could be released in an emergency (5) (b) Explain how chain lockers are emptied of water and silt, stating any restrictions that may have to be observed. (3) (c) State the dangers associated with entering a chain locker.…
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EK Naval Oct 2022 (Q14)
With reference to the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships’ Ballast Water and Sediments: (a) state the aims of the Ballast Water Management Convention; (2) (b) explain the difference between ballast water standards D-1 and D-2; (2) (c) state, with reasons, the documentation required by ships in international traffic to manage their…
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